Job Description
Overview /Objective:
This position will support day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate processing, adherence to policies, and timely completion of close activities. The role works closely with management to maintain compliance and drive efficiencies. A successful candidate must have a strong accounting background, solid analytical skills, be organized and detail-oriented, and possess the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. They should also have strong communication skills (both oral and written), work efficiently, and demonstrate excellent creative thinking skills.
Responsibilities:
• Assist with the end-to-end accounting cycle for specific NFL departments, including preparing non-standard or data-sensitive journal entries.
• Perform activities for period-close, including sensitive reconciliations and advising on non-standard revenue recognition.
• Follow accounting policies and internal control procedures to ensure compliance with relevant standards (e.g., GAAP/IFRS)
• Support the review and resolution of unusual or complex transactions by conducting initial analysis and escalating as needed.
• Collect and validate financial data to support reporting, variance analysis, and audit requirements.
• Apply financial policies in areas such as intercompany transactions, fixed assets, and account reconciliations.
• Provide day-to-day operational support (i.e. reviewing and coding invoices)
• Responsible for preparing support for internal and year-end audit reviews
• Serve as liaison to accounts receivable for proper routine billings.
• Special projects as determined by the manager
Required Qualifications:
• Minimum of BA/BS degree from an accredited university in accounting
• 1 -3 years of relevant experience
• Powerful Excel skills
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience in public accounting or corporate accounting/finance role
Other Key Attributes / Talent Characteristics:
• Interpersonal Skills: Building and maintaining relationships with colleagues and business stakeholders.
• Time Management: Prioritize tasks effectively to meet deadlines and manage workloads efficiently
• Detail Oriented: Precision in financial reporting and budget management
Physical Demands:
N/A
Travel:
Travel is limited and will be on an as-required basis
Terms /Expected Hours of Work:
NFL employees are required to work 40 hours per week in office .
Salary / Pay Range
This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials , or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.
Salary
$65,000 - $80,000 USD
At the NFL, in-person work at our offices is a top priority because it allows us to collaborate more effectively, build stronger connections, and maintain the culture that drives our success. This role requires onsite presence at an NFL office or stadium location, and remote and/or hybrid working options are not offered.
NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE PROVIDED.
The NFL is committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects our incredible fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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