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National Football League (NFL) · 1 week ago

Senior Manager, Accounting - Global Media

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

7+ years exp

NFL is a leading organization in the media industry, and they are seeking a Senior Manager, Accounting - Global Media to manage day-to-day accounting activities. This role involves overseeing accounting processes, ensuring compliance, and leading process improvement initiatives in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

American FootballMedia and EntertainmentSporting GoodsSportsSports Leagues and Teams

Responsibilities

Manage daily operational accounting responsibilities for Global Media including the International Media, Live Games, Broadcasting, Consumer Products and Sponsorship businesses, coordinating with Global Accounting to meet close deadlines and maintain reporting accuracy

Support Accounting Leads in the completion of monthly close activities, account reconciliations, and compliance-related accounting processes

Oversee accounting for assigned areas such as intercompany transactions, fixed assets, and other operational activities to ensure compliance with policy and control requirements

Identify areas for efficiency gains, recommend and implement process enhancements, and drive adoption of best practices with Global Process Owners (GPOs)

Work with the technical accounting team on any complex accounting memos as needed

Collaborate closely with Operational Finance team during close process, to understand key contracts and the understand account coding process

Manage direct reports and provide oversight to ensure accurate and timely completion of journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting

Ensure compliance with internal controls, corporate accounting policies, and applicable accounting standards (e.g., GAAP/IFRS)

Collaborate with internal and external auditors to support audit readiness and resolution of findings

Oversee the implementation of functional policies, programs, and initiatives to improve accounting effectiveness and accuracy

Qualification

Accounting experienceCPA designationGAAP/IFRS knowledgeLeadership experienceOracle Cloud ERPProcess improvementAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years in management or leadership roles

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required

Deep knowledge of GAAP/IFRS, internal controls, and financial reporting requirements

Proven ability to manage complex accounting operations and lead cross-functional teams

Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills with a focus on process improvement

Preferred

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation, or active CPA candidacy, preferred

Oracle Cloud ERP or similar experience a plus

Company

National Football League (NFL)

The National Football League is America's most popular sports league, comprised of 32 franchises that compete each year to win the Super Bowl, the world's biggest annual sporting event.

Founded in 1920

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees