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At FIFA26, our vision is to unite the world through the greatest sporting event of all time. The FIFA World Cup 26™ will mark the first time that the tournament will feature 48 teams and be hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico and the USA. This new format will redefine excellence, generating unique opportunities for greater participation and engagement among fans and players across North America and all over the world. Now is your time to become a game changer and join the workforce that will plan and deliver this extraordinary and unforgettable experience.
Reporting organizationally to the Head of Finance, the Senior Accountant will help serve accounting efforts for the FIFA World Cup 2026 that for the first time ever, is hosting 48 teams and 1,200+ players across 3 countries and 16 venues. This role will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of accounting by preparing accurate and timely financial statements and documents in line with local GAAP and IFRS. The candidate will perform month end close activities, balance sheet, revenue, expense, ad payroll account reconciliations, as well as execute accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
THE POSITION
The main responsibilities of the Senior Accountant for the FIFA World Cup 2026 include:
- Lead accounting function in month end and year end closing activities
- Verify and perform payments to suppliers & manage cash flow, and ensures all payments are properly approved prior to payment
- Review transactions to assure accounting treatment is in accordance with IFRS and with internal accounting regulations
- Review general ledger accounts and makes necessary journal entries including posting monthly, quarterly and yearly accruals.
- Prepare and record Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable & Fixed Assets entries by compiling and analyzing account information
- Post payroll entries, to reconcile of social charges, bonus accrual and pay out
- Analyze and review company expenditures
- Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results
- Participate in financial standards setting and in forecast process
- Assist with tax audits and tax returns
- Lead, plan, assign and review staff’s work
- Ensure compliance with local, IFRS and FIFA Accounting principles
- Provide necessary support for internal customers and external auditors
- Seek ways to improve upon accounting processes and procedures
- Assist the Head of Finance and the management on special requests
YOUR PROFILE
FIFA World Cup 2026 Skills Framework:
ACCOUNTABILITY: Demonstrate commitment to responsibilities and objectively analyze one’s behaviour, while assuming consequences of one’s own actions and/or decisions and learning from one’s mistakes.
DECISION MAKING: Ability to identify and swiftly make decisions in critical situations, take initiative and calculated risks, explore alternative solutions, and respond promptly to unforeseen circumstances.
INITIATIVE: Capacity to break new ground, look for unconventional solutions, and produce fresh ideas.
LEADERSHIP: Ability to lead one’s contacts/colleagues/partners, encourage teamwork, and delegate authority / decision-making power, as needed, to produce the expected results and make efficient use of the team’s skills and talents.
Education & Qualifications:
- Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- CPA preferred
- In-depth understanding of local Canadian GAAP
- Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment driving multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong focus on accuracy and timeline, attention to detail with ability to identify areas for efficiency
- Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships across global cultures and stakeholders
- Demonstrate high level of professionalism and confidentiality
Work Experience:
- Minimum 4 years’ experience as an accounting supervisor and/or senior accountant
- Experience in an international environment
- Experience in event finance is preferred
- Experience in procurement is preferred
- Experience in the sports industry is an advantage
Languages:
- Fluent in English. French proficiency is a plus.
Technology:
- Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio & Project) and planning software and online collaboration tools
- Experience using/maintaining a financial ERP model (e.g. SAP)
About FWC2026
The FIFA World Cup 26™ will mark the first time that the tournament features 48 teams and will be hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
This new format redefines excellence, generating unique opportunities for greater participation and engagement from fans and players in North America and all over the world. Now is your time to be a game changer and join the workforce that is planning and delivering this unique and unforgettable experience.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
