Senior Manager, Accounting - Global Media

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 Games & Events 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.

Responsibilities:

• Manage daily operational accounting responsibilities for Global Media, including the owned and operated media portfolio such as the Content, Films, and Ad Sales 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).
• Manage direct reports, including Managers, Senior Coordinators, and/or Coordinators, providing direction and oversight for daily accounting operations.
• Provide oversight to accounting staff and 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.

Qualifications:

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

Terms /Expected Hours of Work:

NFL employees are required to work 40 hours per week in the office.

Travel

Potential travel to NFL locations; 5% estimated

Salary / Pay Range

This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials, or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.

Salary


$130,000-$155,000 USD

Benefits Information
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At the NFL, in-person work at our offices is a top priority because it allows us to collaborate more effectively, build stronger connections, and maintain the culture that drives our success. This role requires onsite presence at an NFL office or stadium location, and remote and/or hybrid working options are not offered.


NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE PROVIDED.

The NFL is committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects our incredible fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.


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