Sr. Manager, Accounting

About The Opportunity

The National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) is one of the fastest-growing professional sports leagues in the US, driven by 14 clubs, over 300 of the world’s best players, and record‑shattering viewership. In our 12th season, we scaled rapidly: 2024 attendance topped 2 million fans for the first time, and 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 and underscores our expanding fan base and dominant presence in both the sports media landscape and mainstream pop culture. The future of the NWSL is now, and we’re looking for world‑class talent like you to help us continue the momentum.

The National Women’s 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 won’t just keep the books; you will 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 league’s 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 NWSL’s core mission of advancing women’s soccer.

• 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.

• Bachelor’s 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., Net Suite 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.
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