Staff Accountant

Named one of Sports Business Journal's Best Places to Work in Sports (2024), Front Office Sports' Most Impactful Sports Organizations (2024), and Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies (2023), Athletes Unlimited owns and operates professional women’s softball, volleyball, and basketball leagues featuring world-class competition and fan experience. Athletes Unlimited stands out as an organization driven by the athletes that play in the leagues, with athlete representation on the company’s board of directors, each league led by a Player Executive Committee, and players sharing in long-term profits of the company, all while being proactive in shaping policies supporting the women that play in the league. Athletes Unlimited is the first professional sports league to be organized as a Public Benefit Corporation. For more information, visit AUProSports.com.

We provide our team of enthusiastic, collaborative innovators a next-generation workplace with unlimited PTO, competitive health insurance, professional development opportunities, and more so that we can build the future of professional sports. Are you Unlimited?

Athletes Unlimited is looking for a Staff Accountant to own all of our accounting, month-end close, financial reporting, and financial operations such as accounts payable. This position will work closely with our Director, Finance, VP, Finance, and other business partners to ensure accurate accounting and reporting across our professional sports leagues. This position is full-time, remote, and reports to the VP, Finance.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting books and records across multiple business units
• Complete month-end close tasks including preparing journal entries, bank statement reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Work with vendors and customers to monitor the status of open payables and receivables, resolving discrepancies as needed
• Manage the preparation of financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements
• Provide financial reports to senior management and contribute to strategic financial planning
• Help monitor cash flows to ensure adequate liquidity across business units
• Assist with budget and forecast preparation as needed
• Help prepare flux analysis for operating expenses as needed
• Contribute to updating company accounting policies & procedures in line with GAAP
• Work closely with external auditors and tax advisors to ensure compliance and fulfill requests
• Assist with reporting of sales, use, and other taxes and returns across jurisdictions
• Ensure timely filing of tax documents, including 1099 and other relevant forms
• Pursue optimization and automation of existing processes
• Keep abreast of industry trends and regulatory changes affecting the financial landscape

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field. CPA or CMA designation preferred.
• 2-4 years of accounting experience, preferably within sports & entertainment
• Experience with and knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial reporting, and other accounting principles
• Experience/proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero, NetSuite etc.) 
• Advanced Excel experience (pivot tables, lookups, etc.)
• Experience with e-commerce platforms a plus (Shopify, Stripe, etc.)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality 
• Occasional travel to game locations may be required
• Legal authorization to work in the United States

This role is full-time, remote and is compensated at a range of $50,000 to $65,000 annually. While this is the intended range, the actual compensation may vary based on several factors, including but not limited to, qualifications, skills, and geographic location of the position. We anticipate the highest end of the range will be reserved for those who exceed the hiring committee’s expectations on all measures of the evaluation process. In addition, Athletes Unlimited is proud to offer comprehensive benefits and perks to full-time employees, including:

• Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness & Development benefit and Caregiving benefit
• Unlimited paid time off alongside company holidays

OUR DEI STATEMENT

As a company, we share a vision to change the world for the better and believe in the power of sports to tear down barriers. We will Be Unlimited in our pursuit to intentionally create an environment where every individual can be their authentic self.

Research shows that women, trans, non-binary folks, and BIPOC are less likely to apply for a job unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications. We strongly encourage you to apply even if your background is non-traditional or you might not meet every one of the qualifications described.

Athletes Unlimited is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in its hiring process based on race, religion, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression, pregnancy status, parental status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.