Sr. Manager, Accounting
Sr. Manager, Accounting
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USD 110000 - 125000
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Job Description
TheNational Womens Soccer League(NWSL) is one of the fastest-growing professional sports league in the US driven by 14 clubs over 300 of the worlds best players and record-shattering our 12th season we are scaling rapidly: 2024 attendance topped 2 million fans for the first time and our broadcast partnerships with Amazon CBS ESPN and Scripps drove a 285% increase in year-over-year viewership. This unprecedented growth is reflected in soaring team valuations underscoring our expanding fan base and our dominant presence in both the sports media landscape and mainstream pop culture. The future of the NWSL is now and were looking for world-class talent like you to help us continue the momentum.
The Role
The National Womens Soccer League (NWSL) is experiencing unprecedented growth and we are seeking an experienced detail-oriented Sr. Manager Accounting to join our team. This is a high-impact role at the intersection of professional sports and financial integrity. You wont just keep the books; youll be a key financial partner managing critical accounting processes for league operations serving as the primary financial liaison with our teams and driving special initiatives that support the leagues expansion.
As the Sr. Manager Accounting you will be directly responsible for data quality ensuring timely and compliant financial reporting and implementing effective financial strategies. You will partner closely with the Controllers group to ensure the timely completion of monthly quarterly and year-end close cycles in strict adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). We are looking for a strong communicator and collaborator who will align our financial strategies with the NWSLs core mission of advancing womens soccer.
What You Will Own & Drive
- Financial & Statutory Reporting: Lead the preparation and analysis of financial statements (balance sheets income statements cash flows) ensuring accuracy and full compliance with GAAP. Manage bank reconciliations and overall reporting integrity.
- Budgeting Forecasting and Analysis: Collaborate extensively with the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team to develop budgets conduct variance analysis and prepare insightful commentary for Senior Management.
- General Ledger & Close Management: Work directly with the Controllers group to oversee all general ledger activities including reviewing complex journal entries managing account reconciliations and executing timely month-end/year-end closings.
- Audit & Tax Coordination: Serve as a key contact for external auditors and tax professionals coordinating the annual audit process and ensuring all supporting documentation is provided accurately and on time.
- Process Optimization & Controls: Proactively identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows drive system improvements and strengthen internal controls to enhance financial accuracy efficiency and timeliness across the organization.
- League Financial Operations: Manage detailed and complex league-specific transactions including Agent Fees Player Transactions (Loans Trades and Transfers) Team/Partner Billbacks Expense Reimbursements and proper Revenue Recognition.
What You Will BringCore Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance.
- Minimum of 7 years of accounting experience ideally with a blend of public accounting and private industry experience or consulting.
- Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and demonstrated experience applying complex standards particularly ASC 606 Revenue Recognition.
- Proficiency with modern accounting software (e.g. NetSuite preferred Oracle SAP).
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs
- Exceptional analytical organizational and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
- Demonstrated ability to be an ambitious self-starter think strategically manage multiple priorities and consistently meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- A strong professional presence and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
- Thrives in ambiguous fast-paced environments adapting quickly to evolving priorities and incomplete information to drive results.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
- Prior experience in the sports media or entertainment industries.
- A genuine passion for soccer and womens sports.
- Prior experience with Strategic Business Reporting (SBR).
Our Investment in You
In addition to working in an incredible inclusive and committed-to-diversity culture we offer:
- Competitive Compensation: $110000 - $125000 (Salary is contingent upon candidate qualifications and functional business needs).
- Time & Flexibility: Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) sick days and an end-of-year office closure.
- Hybrid Work Model: Three days in-office and two remote days per week.
- Robust Health Coverage: Medical Dental Vision and Mental Health benefits for employees and dependents.
- Financial Future: 401k with employer match and safe harbor contributions.
- Additional Perks: Commuter benefits Short/Long-Term Disability Life Insurance and Voluntary Pet Insurance.
NWSL observes a hybrid work schedule of three working days in the physical office and two remote working days.
NWSL salaries are contingent upon candidates qualifications functional business needs and market financials.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
The NWSL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We celebrate diversity and are deeply committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees. All employment decisions-including recruitment hiring placement promotion compensation and termination-are made without regard to race color creed religion sex pregnancy or childbirth personal appearance family responsibilities sexual orientation or preference gender identity political affiliation source of income place of residence national or ethnic origin ancestry age marital status military veteran status unfavorable discharge from military service physical or mental disability or any other basis protected by applicable law.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
