Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

We are looking for a highly motivated, detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support financial operations across our diverse and exciting portfolio, with a primary focus on our North Carolina-based teams and ventures. This is a unique opportunity to combine strong accounting skills with a passion for sports and entertainment, including involvement with basketball, hockey, and baseball organizations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Record and categorize financial transactions using QuickBooks Online
• Process payroll for multiple sports and marketing entities
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and reconciliations
• Reconcile bank and credit card statements
• Support accounts payable and receivable functions
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records
• Review and analyze financial statements
• Oversee 1099 process
• Prepare ad-hoc reports and financial analysis as needed
• Prepare and file sales tax returns

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3+ years of accounting experience
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel
• Strong understanding of GAAP
• Experience working with multiple entities or projects
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills
• Prior payroll experience preferred
• Experience with sports, event, or entertainment accounting a plus

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Remote work flexibility
• Career growth opportunities in a vibrant, multi-sport organization
• Tickets to games at our growing list of professional hockey, basketball, and baseball teams
• Discounts on merchandise including team gear, event apparel, and fan merchandise

Work Schedule:

This position requires a Monday to Friday schedule with working hours between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM. Flexibility within this window will be discussed upon hiring, ensuring a balance between operational needs and personal time.

Occasional Travel:

The role may require occasional travel to other locations where Zawyer Sports & Entertainment operates as well as other business-related travel. Travel expectations will be discussed in further detail during the interview process.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume along with salary requirements.

Why Join Us?

Join a company where your accounting work fuels the action on the court, on the ice, and on the field. Help shape the financial backbone of a growing network of professional sports teams and innovative marketing efforts—especially in the heart of North Carolina's booming sports scene.

Zawyer Sports & Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.