Manager, Accounting - Global Games & Events

Manager, Accounting – Global Games & Events

National Football League (NFL)
• Posted Mar 14, 2024
• Full‑time
• New York

The Manager, Accounting – Global Games & Events manages day‑to‑day accounting activities in support of the Accounting Leads, focusing on monthly close, account reconciliations, and policy compliance. The role provides oversight of key accounting processes, ensures adherence to established policies, and supports internal and external reporting requirements. The Manager partners closely with cross‑functional teams and Global Process Owners to identify process improvements and implement best practices.

• Manage daily operational accounting activities for the Global Games segment, coordinating with the Accounting Operations team to meet deadlines and maintain quality.
• Support Accounting Leads in monthly close activities, balance sheet reconciliations, and compliance‑related accounting tasks.
• Oversee accounting for specific functional areas such as Global Events (e.g., League calendar events like the Super Bowl and Draft, the NFL’s partnership with On Location, and secondary ticketing partnerships).
• Collaborate closely with the technical accounting team to prepare initial accounting worksheets and support journal entries recorded by accounting staff and Global Shared Services.
• Identify opportunities for efficiency gains, recommend process enhancements, and support implementation of best practices in collaboration with Global Process Owners.
• Provide oversight to accounting staff and ensure accurate and timely completion of journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, corporate policies, and relevant accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS).
• Collaborate with internal and external audit teams to support audit readiness and resolve findings.
• Assist in the implementation of functional policies, programs, and initiatives that improve accounting quality and efficiency.

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including monthly close and reconciliation processes.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation, or active CPA candidacy, preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Thorough understanding of GAAP/IFRS, internal controls, and financial reporting standards.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to partner across departments and functions.
• Oracle Cloud ERP or similar experience a plus.

NFL employees are required to work 40 hours per week in the office.

$95,000 – $125,000 USD

The NFL is committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects our fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE PROVIDED.