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Arizona Cardinals Football Club · 5 days ago

Director, Accounting and Financial Reporting for Affiliates

positionTempe, Arizona, United States
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityDirector/Executive
date8+ years exp

The Arizona Cardinals Football Club is a professional football team within the NFL, known for its commitment to excellence and community impact. This role functions as a hands-on Controller responsible for financial reporting, audits, and internal controls for the Club's Affiliate Companies, while leading the accounting team and ensuring GAAP compliance.

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Responsibilities

Lead and develop the accounting team of two through clear expectations, feedback, and performance management
Oversee daily accounting operations and streamline and/or automate processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual work
Design and implement accounting processes and internal controls for new or evolving Affiliate entities
Ensure timely monthly close including accurate reconciliations in accordance with GAAP, tax filings, and internal and external reporting
Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
Lead and manage external audits including preparation of supporting schedules and coordination with external auditors to ensure deadlines are met
Partner on a regular basis with Affiliate leadership on annual budgets, financial planning, and operational improvements
Ensure compliance with applicable tax laws and business regulations
Support special projects as needed
Other duties as assigned

Qualification

CPAGAAP expertiseAccounting leadershipAdvanced Excel skillsAnalytical capabilityCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skillsDetail-orientedAdaptability

Required

A bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
CPA Required
At least eight (8) years of progressive accounting and leadership experience, including Controller level responsibility in a small to mid-sized organization. Experience in larger organizations is also valued
Strong GAAP expertise, including technical accounting research
Demonstrated success improving accounting processes and systems
Advanced Excel skills and strong working knowledge of databases
Strong business acumen, analytical capability, and collaborative leadership style
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Detail-oriented, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement and excellence
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays depending on business needs
Must complete all pre-employment forms and successfully pass a background check

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options; effective the first day of hire
401 (k) retirement option with employer match contribution
Paid Time Off Accruals (including sick time accruals)
Paid Time Off for most Federal holidays
Time off for Maternity, Paternity, Military, and Bereavement
MDLIVE: 24/7 medical support
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Care Saving Account options
Discounts on Cardinals gear & paraphernalia
Tuition reimbursement & Professional Growth opportunities
Daily free lunch
Complimentary season tickets
Subsidized gym memberships

Company

Arizona Cardinals Football Club

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Arizona Cardinals Football Club is a sports company offering sports, entertainment, and tickets.
dateFounded in 1898
location
Phoenix, Arizona, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
http://azcardinals.com

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Tania Moreno
Senior Vice President of Marketing
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