Senior Coordinator, Financial Analyst - Player Finance

Major League Soccer•New York, NY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Financial Analyst will support management of the MLS player budget and work closely with the Player Relations Department on all financial matters related to player transactions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree Required, Accounting and/or Finance preferred.
2-4 years of experience.
Strong financial and accounting skills.
Superior organization, project management skills and attention to detail with the ability to analyze from a macro level.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate, both written and verbally collaboratively across multiple departments.
Ability to build strong working relationships.
Adherence to confidentiality.
High level of commitment to quality work product and organizational ethics, integrity, and compliance.
Ability to work effectively and independently in a fast paced, team environment.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate, both written and verbally.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (including Excel, PowerPoint).
Demonstrated decision making and problem-solving skills.
Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP (or similar ERPs).
Knowledge of the sport of soccer.

Responsibilities

Act as a liaison between Finance and Player Relations.
Support preparation of the player budget.
Review of all player expenses as it relates to the Club Salary Budgets.
Review of all player revenues as it relates to outgoing transfers and loans.
Support Accounting during monthly close and settlement process, including review of player related items.
Manage trackers and projections for programs and initiatives.
Work with Player Relations Department during year-end review of player compensation.
Support preparation of the player projection for the cash flow statement.
Support Vice President on projects and ad hoc analysis and reporting.