Senior Accountant

Major League Baseball•New York, NY

12d•$90,000 - $115,000

About The Position

Senior Accountant essential functions include, but are not limited to, assisting with the preparation of journal entries, generating invoices, preparing monthly general ledger reconciliations, and assisting with various financial reporting requirements. The Senior Accountant is also responsible for other accounting, financial and administrative tasks for the Office of the Commissioner of Baseball.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field is required (CPA preferred)
3+ years of experience in a related finance and accounting role (Public accounting experience preferred)
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and work in a team environment
Strong analytical skills, technical accounting proficiency, effective problem-solving skills and strong ability to interpret accounting information/reports
Ability to work under pressure and cultivate and develop key relationships
Strong oral and written communication skills are required along with the ability to effectively interface with external contacts, internal management, and accounting and finance team
Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems is preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare journal entry support for monthly accruals across various MLB entities
Assist various MLB entities with accounts payable and prepare related bank reconciliations
Assist with day to day accounts receivable activities including generating invoices for international broadcast, baseball operations, and MLB Clubs
Assist with reconciliations of Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss accounts
Assist with the financial close processes at month and year end
Assist with the monthly close process for all fixed asset ledgers
Prepare analyses and reporting of financial data at the end of each month
Assist with the dissemination of information to the auditors
Assist with preparation of the audited financial statements