Staff Accountant

Lexington Sporting Club is looking for a Staff Accountant to assist the Director of Business & Finance in the daily finance activities of the organization. We are looking for an energetic, self‑motivated, detail‑oriented individual to assist in a myriad of accounting activities including accounts payable maintenance, invoicing, accounts receivable processing and monitoring, bank balancing, as well as assisting in the monthly closings and financial statement preparation.

The individual will also work closely with other departments to make sure the finance department is a resource in the successful management of the organization.

As part of a growing professional sports organization, this position offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to our mission, work alongside a passionate team, and grow within a dynamic environment.

• Pay invoices by verifying transaction information; scheduling and preparing disbursements; obtaining authorization of payment.
• Obtains revenue by verifying transaction information; computing charges and refunds; preparing and emailing invoices; identifying delinquent accounts and insufficient payments.
• Collects revenue by reminding delinquent accounts, notifying customers of insufficient payments.
• Prepares financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
• Maintain accounting ledgers by posting account transactions.
• Verifies accounts by reconciling statements and transactions.
• Resolves account discrepancies by investigating documentation, issuing stop payments, payments, or adjustments.
• Reconciles banking activity daily.
• Monitors Finance Inbox daily to ensure finance tasks are completed timely.

• Accounting/Finance degree or minimum of three years of work experience in the accounting/finance industry required.
• Basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to prioritize and organize own work.
• Ability to work independently.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Discretion in handling confidential materials a must.
• Ability to grasp tasks/concepts quickly and eventually work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional atmosphere for team members, member clubs, clients, and customers.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with team members, executives, member clubs, and external partners.
• Ability to work independently in a multi-faceted, fast, fluid, and deadline-driven environment.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic are a must.
• Ability to work as business needs require which may include long days, evenings, weekends, occasional holidays, and travel if / when necessary.
• Must have U.S. work authorization.

The role is non-supervisory and requires regular in‑person collaboration with other departments. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday during standard business hours, with occasional extended hours including evenings, weekends, or holidays as business needs arise. The work is primarily computer-based, requiring prolonged periods of sitting and use of a keyboard and screen. The role operates in a professional, team-oriented environment and may involve handling confidential financial data, requiring a high level of discretion and attention to detail.