Accounting Manager
- Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of our financial reporting and general ledger structure.
- Ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes, including preparing any necessary journal entries for approval by the Controller.
- Perform and ensure completeness and accuracy of periodic account reconciliations across all key areas and entities, including cash, receivable invoicing & collections, accounts payable, property, prepaid expenses, and accrued liabilities, to maintain integrity of financial records.
- Review and catalog sponsorship and other revenue contracts; issue invoices to partners in accordance with contractual terms, and proactively follow-up with partners regarding invoice status and payment. Collaborate with Corporate Partnerships department to monitor and resolve any aged receivables.
- Responsible for initiating recurring and ad hoc electronic payments (ACH, bank wire, etc.) required for our business needs and in accordance with established controls.
- Prepare and submit additional reporting to the NBA related to game ticket sales and various other financial matters communicated to the league throughout the season.
- Review game settlements with the United Center and NOW Arena and record game by game revenue for our ticketed events.
- Prepare and coordinate all reporting to taxing authorities, including amusement taxes and other taxes applicable to the operations of the team, ensuring compliance with all filing and payment requirements.
- Assist with multiple financial statement audits (GAAP and NBA), coordinating across multiple external audit firms, and being the first point of contact with the auditors.
- Facilitate a culture of continuous process improvement.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting (advanced degree or certification, such as CPA, is a plus but not required).
- Minimum of 7+ years of progressive accounting-related experience, ideally combining Big 4 public accounting and private industry roles. Background in middle-market growing businesses preferred, with exposure to consumer, entertainment, hospitality and/or media sectors; experience in sports industry is a plus.
- Highly organized with proven ability to prioritize tasks and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment; Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
- Proven ability to analyze a high volume of data and financial information, identify trends and opportunities, and effectively communicate interpretations and recommendations.
- Technologically-savvy, with strong Microsoft Office skills; experience with NetSuite general ledger/ERP is a significant plus.
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
- Low premiums for healthcare, dental, and vision coverage
- 100% paid premium for basic employee life insurance and disability coverage
- 401(k) with employer match plus annual discretionary contribution
- Flexible spending account for healthcare and dependent care as well as commuter benefits
- Paid time-off including vacation, sick, holiday, days of significance, and parental leave
- Complimentary home game tickets, parking, and gym access
- Complimentary snacks, lunch and dinner (if working games / events)
- Pet Insurance
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