BSE Global (“BSE”) is a multifaceted sports and entertainment business that brings people together to experience music, sports, and culture through our teams and venue. Through these experiences and in our workplace, we strive to elevate our business, grow our fan base, and cultivate a community anchored in belonging and inclusion in every aspect, on and off the court.
SUMMARY
The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing and booking various journal entries related to month-end close for the Brooklyn Nets and Long Island Nets, as well as performing other general accounting duties as assigned.
This position reports to the Senior Manager of Accounting.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Review and approve vendor bills and ensure that coding is accurate for general ledger reporting.
- Perform bank reconciliations and other balance sheet reconciliations.
- Ensure a timely and accurate month-end and year-end close.
- Provide information for fiscal year audit and any interim audits as required.
- Prepare schedules for NBA reporting related to Basketball Related Income (for purposes of salary cap) and Combined Financial Statements (for purposes of revenue share). Participate in audit of these reports performed by the NBA and the NBPA.
- Support CFO and Senior Vice President of Finance with special projects as needed.
- Maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure.
- Analyze and record all monthly activity related to assigned accounts; prepare other journal entries as needed.
- Participate in monthly results meetings with Finance leaders and assigned department heads.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required; active CPA preferred.
- Minimum of 3+ years of experience working in Finance or Accounting department.
- Public Accounting experience preferred.
- Prior experience in managing or training junior staff members preferred.
- Background in sports and/or entertainment preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint; highly skilled in dealing with financial and numerical data.
- Prior experience with NetSuite Financial System a plus.
WHO YOU ARE
- Able to understand and explain accounting principles, as well as understand financial statements and be able to explain financial statements to non-Finance colleagues.
- Keen attention to detail, strong conflict resolution, problem solving and decision-making skills.
- Flexible and reliable standout colleague, always acting in the best interest of their department and the company as a whole.
- Ability to create and maintain productive, positive relationships through strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrates a strong ability to manage one’s own time and prioritize tasks when given clearly defined goals and objectives.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Works primarily in an office environment. May be expected to contribute additional hours to complete timely responsibilities, such as year-end close.
Infrequent Traveler (<5% travel); trips may require air travel and/or overnight stay for one or more nights. May be required to travel between BSE worksites located within Brooklyn, NY.
SALARY RANGE
$66,500 - $90,000 base salary
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of the Company not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion/creed, gender, gender identity, transgender status, pregnancy and lactation accommodations, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage, immigration, or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, height and weight, arrest or conviction record, caregiver status, credit history, unemployment status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking, and sex offenses, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local laws.
