The Manager, Accounting maintains financial reports and general ledgers. This position is responsible for preparing and analyzing monthly financial statements and provide accounting support to the Finance Department

• Manage month end close and preparation of financial statements
• Manage balance sheet reconciliations and account analyses
• Process, review and record monthly journal entries and accruals
• Review trial balances monthly to verify proper coding of expenses
• Assist in monthly and year-end close process
• Project-based settlement accounting and management
• Manage all international match settlement accounting
• Assist in year-end audit, including ASC 606 reconciliation
• Research variances to budget
• Assist with tax filings/government census surveys
• Assist with/experience with foreign subsidiary accounting
• Oversee and develop Junior Staff Accountants
  • Manage hiring and onboarding process by interviewing, selecting, orienting, and training employees
• Accomplish team results by communicating job expectations and managing the Performance Management process:
  • Plan, monitor, and review performance.
  • Coach and counsel employees;
  • Develop and implement department procedures and productivity standards and reinforce Company policies
  • Develop personal growth opportunities for employees
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• 7+ years of experience in accounting/finance
• Superior organization, project management skills and attention to detail
• High level of commitment to quality work product and organizational ethics, integrity and compliance
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, team environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate, both written and verbally
• High proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Demonstrated decision making and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• Ability to travel and to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Desired Skills

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains) or similar accounting software a plus
• Experience with Hyperion Essbase/SmartView or similar financial reporting software a plus
• Knowledge of the sport of soccer