Director, Accounting

Baltimore Orioles•Baltimore, MD

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director, Accounting position is responsible for supporting the Sr. Director, Controller in the day-to-day functions of the finance and accounting operations of the Baltimore Orioles. The roles and responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to financial close execution, oversight of the team’s AP and AR functions, league reporting, and team growth and development.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting and/or Finance
CPA certification
Must demonstrate a clear understanding and application of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
Strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Superb leadership, management, and interpersonal skills
Meticulous, ambitious, organized, team player
Experience working with an ERP implementation a plus
Strong Work Ethic – Self-directed and purposeful; Available to work extended hours as required
Analytical Person – Identifies and resolves problems in timely manner; Develops alternative solutions
Excellent Interpersonal Skills – Listens to others; Works well in a team environment
Confidentiality –Maintains confidentiality of sensitive and proprietary information
Strong Computer Skills – Proficient in all Microsoft Office programs with advanced strength in Excel
Seeks Continuous Improvement – Adept at learning new software; Confidently engages with technology

Responsibilities

Lead the close processes including reviewing and posting journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, fixed asset postings, and other closing needs.
Lead team in creating an efficient close process to accurately complete the monthly-close process in 10 days
Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures to ensure efficient and effective financial operations.
Prepare the annual MLB Financial Information Questionnaire (FIQ) along with interim FIQ’s (IFIQ’s)
Prepare present value of deferred comp/bonus calculations and record Major League baseball transactions
Prepare a worksheet tracking Major League baseball salaries by pay period as an internal payroll control feature
Support and promote internal control standards to ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures
Manage accounts payable, receivable and payroll functions ensuring timely processing and resolution of discrepancies.
Review and approve team journal entries in the BC accounting system
Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the extended accounting team, including setting team member goals, facilitating training, and fostering professional development
Involvement in the evaluation and implementation of system improvements inclusive of treasury workflow process and other systems to drive automation, and data accuracy.
Support relationships with external auditors and tax accountants, ensuring comprehensive compliance with all local, state, and federal tax laws.
Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making by senior leadership.
Willing to work on other ad hoc projects and analyses as required