Senior Manager, Accounting - Global Media

The National Football League

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Accounting - Global Media manages day-to-day accounting activities in support of Accounting Leads, focusing on areas such as month-end close, account reconciliations, and compliance-related tasks. This role provides oversight of accounting processes supporting Global Media and partners with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to accounting standards. The Senior Manager also leads process improvement initiatives in collaboration with Global Process Owners (GPOs) to strengthen controls and streamline workflows.

Requirements

7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years in management or leadership roles.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
Deep knowledge of GAAP/IFRS, internal controls, and financial reporting requirements.
Proven ability to manage complex accounting operations and lead cross-functional teams.
Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills with a focus on process improvement.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation, or active CPA candidacy, preferred.
Oracle Cloud ERP or similar experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage daily operational accounting responsibilities for Global Media including the International Media, Live Games, Broadcasting, Consumer Products and Sponsorship businesses, coordinating with Global Accounting to meet close deadlines and maintain reporting accuracy.
Support Accounting Leads in the completion of monthly close activities, account reconciliations, and compliance-related accounting processes.
Oversee accounting for assigned areas such as intercompany transactions, fixed assets, and other operational activities to ensure compliance with policy and control requirements.
Identify areas for efficiency gains, recommend and implement process enhancements, and drive adoption of best practices with Global Process Owners (GPOs).
Work with the technical accounting team on any complex accounting memos as needed.
Collaborate closely with Operational Finance team during close process, to understand key contracts and the understand account coding process.
Manage direct reports and provide oversight to ensure accurate and timely completion of journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting.
Ensure compliance with internal controls, corporate accounting policies, and applicable accounting standards (e.g., GAAP/IFRS).
Collaborate with internal and external auditors to support audit readiness and resolution of findings.
Oversee the implementation of functional policies, programs, and initiatives to improve accounting effectiveness and accuracy.