Manager, Corporate Accounting (56118)

DIAMOND BASEBALL HOLDINGS LLC•New York, NY

15d•$115,000 - $135,000

About The Position

The Corporate Accounting Manager will play a critical role in the monthly close process and oversee key corporate accounting functions, including treasury, fixed assets, and lease accounting. The Corporate Accounting Manager will manage the consolidation of the financial results of 45+ Minor League Baseball clubs and be responsible for the compilation of monthly consolidated balance sheet, income statement and cash flows statement. This role will manage and develop accounting staff and partner closely with the Accounting Director to ensure accurate, timely financial reporting and strong internal controls. The position will also serve as a key contact for the annual audit and other reporting requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and/or corporate accounting
Prior experience managing or mentoring accounting staff
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, including revenue recognition and lease accounting (ASC 842)
Experience leading month-end close in a complex or multi-entity environment
Proficiency with ERP systems (preferably NetSuite) and advanced Excel skills
Proven people-management and leadership skills
Strong attention to detail with the ability to meet tight deadlines
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced close environment
Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills
Sound judgment and problem-solving abilities

Nice To Haves

CPA or CPA-eligible preferred
Experience supporting decentralized or shared-services teams preferred

Responsibilities

People Management & Leadership
Manage, mentor, and develop accounting staff, including goal setting, performance management, and ongoing coaching
Provide technical accounting guidance and review to ensure accuracy and compliance with US GAAP
Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration across the accounting team
Support hiring, onboarding, and training of accounting team members as needed
Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
Lead and actively participate in the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial results for the consolidated entity
Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules for assigned corporate accounting areas
Ensure close deadlines are met and dependencies across teams are effectively managed
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance close efficiency and control
System Enhancement & Automation
Work across departments to help implement automated solutions supported by AI
Reduce journal entry workload and manual analysis across the finance organization
Treasury & Cash Management
Oversee treasury-related accounting activities for the corporate accounts, including cash, bank reconciliations, debt, interest expense, and covenant reporting
Coordinate with treasury and finance teams on cash forecasting, lender reporting, and debt compliance
Ensure proper accounting treatment and documentation for financing transactions
Lease Accounting
Oversee lease accounting under ASC 842, including new leases, modifications, remeasurements, and ongoing expense recognition
Maintain accurate subledgers, reconciliations, and supporting documentation
Audit & Compliance
Act as a primary liaison for external auditors, including coordination of audit requests, preparation of schedules, and resolution of inquiries
Support the annual audit, interim reviews, and other compliance or reporting requirements
Ensure adherence to US GAAP, internal accounting policies, and internal control standards
Other Corporate Accounting Functions
Support technical accounting research, special projects, and ad hoc analyses
Assist with the development, documentation, and maintenance of accounting policies and procedures
Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Legal, and Operations teams