Senior Manager, Accounting

Senior Manager of Accounting

The Baltimore Orioles are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Senior Manager of Accounting to lead critical accounting operations and financial reporting. This leader will oversee the month-end and year-end close process, partnership and revenue accounting, fixed assets, payroll accounting oversight, accounts payable, internal controls, and financial reporting. The Senior Manager partners with colleagues across the organization to strengthen financial processes, improve operational efficiency, ensure GAAP compliance, and develop a high-performing accounting team. Success in this role is measured by leadership, sound judgment, operational excellence, and the ability to deliver accurate, timely financial information that supports business decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the month-end and year-end close process and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and supporting documentation.
• Oversee accounting for sponsorships, media rights, partnership receivables, and other key revenue streams.
• Lead recurring meetings with business partners to resolve outstanding balances and improve collections.
• Oversee fixed asset accounting, capitalization, disposals, and depreciation.
• Review payroll accounting, including player payroll, for accuracy and compliance.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Accounts Payable team, Staff Accountant, and Accounting Manager.
• Strengthen accounting policies, internal controls, and business processes while identifying automation opportunities.
• Partner with Finance leadership, auditors, and cross-functional stakeholders on audits, forecasting, and strategic initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement through standardization, documentation, and process optimization.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA certification.
• Demonstrated success leading complex accounting functions, financial reporting, month-end close, and process improvement within a complex organization.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop accounting professionals.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, and modern accounting applications.
• Ability to build strong cross-functional partnerships, manage competing priorities, and communicate effectively with leaders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in professional sports, entertainment, hospitality, or another fast-paced organization.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Planful, Ramp, or Concur.
• Knowledge of MLB financial reporting and league policies.
• Spanish language proficiency is a plus.

Key Attributes:

• High integrity and sound judgment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Leadership presence with a passion for developing others.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. The duties listed do not represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.

The Baltimore Orioles are an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Baltimore Orioles to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race (including hair textures, afro hairstyles, or protective hairstyles), color, national origin or ancestry, religion or creed, gender or sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, citizenship status, marital status, veteran's status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The anticipated salary for this role is $115,000-$130,000 annually depending on experience, plus bonus opportunity. The Baltimore Orioles are committed to providing competitive pay and benefits for our employees. The Baltimore Orioles provide generous benefits, including unlimited PTO, paid holidays, paid sick leave, health insurance (single and family), vision and dental coverage, life insurance, 401(k) plan with discretionary employer match, concession/merchandise discounts, free parking and complimentary baseball tickets to home games. This information is being provided in accordance with the Maryland Equal Pay for Equal Work - Wage Range Transparency law.