WWE · 4 hours ago
Manager, General Accounting
Stamford, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expWWE is the global leader in sports entertainment, creating and delivering original content to a worldwide audience. The Accounting Manager will manage general ledger accounting and reporting, ensuring compliance with accounting principles and corporate policies while overseeing staff and improving processes.
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Responsibilities
Assist with monthly, quarterly and annual close and reporting processes
Review and approve monthly journal entries and account reconciliations prepared by Accountant(s)
Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for high risk, complex transactions and accounts
Prepare and review monthly operating results and analyze significant variances from operating plan and prior year
Oversee and provide job/career development to staff
Assist in various project-based assignments
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with business stakeholders at all levels to ensure all transactions are accounted for accordance with accounting policies
Continuously improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the accounting and closing processes
Assist financial reporting team with audit requirements and compliance
Special projects as required
Qualification
Required
5+ years of progressive accounting experience
Bachelor's degree in accounting or similar field of study
Management experience of onshore and offshore staff
Process-oriented with a passion for developing best practices
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with all levels of the organization and external partners
Critical thinker with strong problem-solving skills
Strong excel, analytical, organization, time management, interpersonal and communication skills
Self-motivated and proactive; able to function in a fast paced, dynamic environment and still pay close attention to details
Ability to maintain discretion and confidential information
Preferred
CPA and both public and corporate accounting experience a plus
Experience with JD Edwards a plus
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and periodic long days
Company
WWE
WWE, a publicly traded company (NYSE: WWE), is a multi-faceted media organization and recognized leader in global entertainment.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2022 (4)
2021 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2023-03-04Acquired
2000-10-25IPO
Leadership Team
C
Cristin McGuinn Hayes
Vice President of Retail & Business Development
Rajan Mehta
Executive Vice President, Chief Product & Technology Officer
Recent News
2025-12-11
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