Staff Accountant

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. We look to match the intensity and responsiveness of the divisions we support, which can only be accomplished by relying on each other.

About SPORTFIVE

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. 

Team and Job Overview
Over the past two years we’ve invested heavily in golf, more than doubling both our Golf Events and Brand Solution divisions.  We currently operate four PGA TOUR tournaments and one Korn Ferry Tour tournament and engage more than 20 other golf events hosted in the United States, Mexico, and the Bahamas.

To support this growth we are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. We look to match the intensity and responsiveness of the divisions we support, which can only be accomplished by relying on each other. The right candidate must have a desire to learn, a willingness to follow directions, and be adaptable. In return we’ll carve out aspects of the accounting function for you to take ownership, empowering and supporting you to become the subject matter expert. 

Some job sites automatically add 'HYBRID' to the posting - this role is onsite in Scottsdale, AZ.

Essential Job Duties

• Create billing schedules based on executed contracts, ensure invoices are sent on a timely basis
• Review and approve invoices, expense reports, and credit card transactions upholding the policies and procedures established by SPORTFIVE
• Prepare monthly journal entries
• Ensure assigned company financial results are complete and accurate by established close deadlines
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations, resolve and investigate outstanding items
• Twice annually assist FP&A in the budget/forecast process
• Prepare deliverables as requested for annual audit and tax return preparation
• Assist in the implementation of any new accounting tools and process changes

Qualifications and Traits

• 1 to 3 years of related experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• SAP Experience is a plus
• Seeks to learn continuously and be motivated by new assignments
• Strong managerial intelligence (time management, delegation, escalation)

Job Requirements

• Onsite attendance is required to perform essential functions (Scottsdale, AZ) - Some job sites incorrectly add 'HYBRID' to the posting - this role is onsite in Scottsdale, AZ.

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.