Sportfive
Manager, Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting (Scottsdale, AZ)
Sportfive, Scottsdale, Arizona, us, 85261
SPORTFIVE utilizes the unique emotional power of sports to create and enable pioneering partnerships in sports. By delivering responsible commercialization, full-service solutions and long-term value for all stakeholders in sports, SPORTFIVE strategically and creatively connects brands, rightsholders, media platforms and fans by leveraging a global network paired with decades of experience and entrepreneurial spirit. As a market leader with customer centricity and vast data intelligence at its core, SPORTFIVE leads the sports business into the future through its digital solutions and aims to be the most progressive and respected partner in sports.
SPORTFIVE operates as an international sports business and marketing agency with a global mindset and network of over 1,200 local experts based in 15 countries active in football, golf, e-sports, motorsport, handball, tennis, American football and many more.
Job Title : Manager, Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting
Primary Work Location : Scottsdale, AZ
Team and Job Overview
Reporting to the Americas CFO, the Technical Accounting Manager will be responsible for all technical accounting and tax matters for the US organization. Furthermore, the Technical Accounting Manager will act as a change agent within the organization with a consistent focus on change management, finance transformation and continuous improvement, under direction of the Americas CFO and Corporate Controlling Group in Hamburg (Germany).
The Technical Accounting Manager will oversee the following functions: Financial Reporting, Cash Flow Projects and Tax. In addition to being technically proficient, the ideal candidate will be capable of designing and implementing practical solutions to drive enterprise value and will be a leader who constantly strives towards bringing out the best in their team.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Oversee annual IFRS audits for Group Consolidation purposes for certain US subsidiaries; advise on adoption of new IFRS
Conduct annual and ongoing impairment analyses for fixed assets
Provide guidance on certain non-standard terms on client contracts, including payment terms, invoicing terms and revenue implications
Maintain and manage overall relationship with global professional service firms, managing engagement letters etc.
Assist with monthly consolidation and financial statements
Provide input to budgeting process in liaison with the US Financial Planning & Analysis department, as well as responsibility for “Below-The-Line” items such as restructuring, interest and tax
Coordinate with Operational Controller on US and review 13-week rolling cash forecasts
Analyze and manage working capital and liquidity needs
Measure, track and report on Free Cash Flow metrics
Maintain US tax compliance, Sales & Use tax compliance, property taxes, franchise tax, commercial rent tax, retention tax credit, 1099 forms
Maintain and manage relationship with SPORTFIVE’s external insurance broker, and monitor adequacy of insurance coverage
Maintain effective internal controls across all key financial processes
Minimum Qualifications
5 years’ experience
CPA required
Familiarity with the following systems tools a plus: SAP, Salesforce, Concur, Kyriba
Success in Role Looks Like
Established reputation for building strong relationships across the organization to drive enterprise value
An accomplished leader who focuses on developing and motivating their team members
Discretion in handling highly confidential financial and compensation matters, including contract details for high profile star athletes
Ability to prioritize and balance competing priorities
Job Requirements
Essential duties are performed onsite at the office of the Primary Work Location.
BenefitsWorking at SPORTFIVE provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision and retirement savings.Affordable employee medical premiums starting at $30.90 per month (highest deductible) to $165.77 per month (lowest deductible).Employees start at 10 vacation days per year (increasing with seniority) plus 20 paid holidays.401(k) with matching up to $4,000 per year.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
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SPORTFIVE operates as an international sports business and marketing agency with a global mindset and network of over 1,200 local experts based in 15 countries active in football, golf, e-sports, motorsport, handball, tennis, American football and many more.
Job Title : Manager, Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting
Primary Work Location : Scottsdale, AZ
Team and Job Overview
Reporting to the Americas CFO, the Technical Accounting Manager will be responsible for all technical accounting and tax matters for the US organization. Furthermore, the Technical Accounting Manager will act as a change agent within the organization with a consistent focus on change management, finance transformation and continuous improvement, under direction of the Americas CFO and Corporate Controlling Group in Hamburg (Germany).
The Technical Accounting Manager will oversee the following functions: Financial Reporting, Cash Flow Projects and Tax. In addition to being technically proficient, the ideal candidate will be capable of designing and implementing practical solutions to drive enterprise value and will be a leader who constantly strives towards bringing out the best in their team.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Oversee annual IFRS audits for Group Consolidation purposes for certain US subsidiaries; advise on adoption of new IFRS
Conduct annual and ongoing impairment analyses for fixed assets
Provide guidance on certain non-standard terms on client contracts, including payment terms, invoicing terms and revenue implications
Maintain and manage overall relationship with global professional service firms, managing engagement letters etc.
Assist with monthly consolidation and financial statements
Provide input to budgeting process in liaison with the US Financial Planning & Analysis department, as well as responsibility for “Below-The-Line” items such as restructuring, interest and tax
Coordinate with Operational Controller on US and review 13-week rolling cash forecasts
Analyze and manage working capital and liquidity needs
Measure, track and report on Free Cash Flow metrics
Maintain US tax compliance, Sales & Use tax compliance, property taxes, franchise tax, commercial rent tax, retention tax credit, 1099 forms
Maintain and manage relationship with SPORTFIVE’s external insurance broker, and monitor adequacy of insurance coverage
Maintain effective internal controls across all key financial processes
Minimum Qualifications
5 years’ experience
CPA required
Familiarity with the following systems tools a plus: SAP, Salesforce, Concur, Kyriba
Success in Role Looks Like
Established reputation for building strong relationships across the organization to drive enterprise value
An accomplished leader who focuses on developing and motivating their team members
Discretion in handling highly confidential financial and compensation matters, including contract details for high profile star athletes
Ability to prioritize and balance competing priorities
Job Requirements
Essential duties are performed onsite at the office of the Primary Work Location.
BenefitsWorking at SPORTFIVE provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision and retirement savings.Affordable employee medical premiums starting at $30.90 per month (highest deductible) to $165.77 per month (lowest deductible).Employees start at 10 vacation days per year (increasing with seniority) plus 20 paid holidays.401(k) with matching up to $4,000 per year.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
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