Director, Accounting
Philadelphia Union
Full-time
On-site
Chester, Pennsylvania, United States
Accounting, Professional Soccer, Director
ABOUT OUR COMPANY
Philadelphia was awarded the 16th Major League Soccer franchise in February, 2008 and the team was officially announced as the Philadelphia Union in May, 2009. Owned and operated by Union Sports and Entertainment, the group launched the Philadelphia Union's inaugural season in 2010 and opened what is now Subaru Park in June, 2010. Subaru Park is an 18,500 seat, world-class soccer specific stadium that sits beautifully along the Delaware River at the base of the Commodore Barry Bridge and is only 15 miles from downtown Philadelphia.
The club has reached the finals of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup in 2014, 2015 and 2018, and has appeared in the MLS Cup Playoffs in 2011, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020, securing their first showing in the CONCACAF Champions League in 2021. In 2020, the Union were awarded the club’s first Supporters’ Shield after finishing with the best regular season record in MLS. The club hosted the Eastern Conference Final in 2021 and were named the Eastern Conference Champions in 2022. The Philadelphia Union have once again clinched a berth in the 2023 Scotiabank CONCACAF Champions League. The 2022 season finished at the MLS Cup against LAFC, in one of the most intense matches in League history!
Philadelphia Union’s culture and brand positioning of Young, Fearless, Challengers differentiates us from others and focuses our vision to be unafraid and defy the ordinary. Union Sports and Entertainment is relentlessly pursuing excellence both on and off the field and will lead the way, set the standards and share the glory. Our connection to Philadelphia is symbolized in the Club’s crest as the snake, colors, shield, slogan and thirteen stars all represent Philadelphia as the original capital city and its call to action during the American Revolution.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
The Director, Accounting will report directly to the Controller and will be responsible for all aspects of administering the day-to-day accounting functions - including overseeing accounting policies, systems, processes, and ongoing financial reporting. The successful candidate hired for this role will be an experienced individual with a strong financial background, including a degree in Accounting or Finance. Experience with Dynamics SL and XL Statements is preferred, but not required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Philadelphia was awarded the 16th Major League Soccer franchise in February, 2008 and the team was officially announced as the Philadelphia Union in May, 2009. Owned and operated by Union Sports and Entertainment, the group launched the Philadelphia Union's inaugural season in 2010 and opened what is now Subaru Park in June, 2010. Subaru Park is an 18,500 seat, world-class soccer specific stadium that sits beautifully along the Delaware River at the base of the Commodore Barry Bridge and is only 15 miles from downtown Philadelphia.
The club has reached the finals of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup in 2014, 2015 and 2018, and has appeared in the MLS Cup Playoffs in 2011, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020, securing their first showing in the CONCACAF Champions League in 2021. In 2020, the Union were awarded the club’s first Supporters’ Shield after finishing with the best regular season record in MLS. The club hosted the Eastern Conference Final in 2021 and were named the Eastern Conference Champions in 2022. The Philadelphia Union have once again clinched a berth in the 2023 Scotiabank CONCACAF Champions League. The 2022 season finished at the MLS Cup against LAFC, in one of the most intense matches in League history!
Philadelphia Union’s culture and brand positioning of Young, Fearless, Challengers differentiates us from others and focuses our vision to be unafraid and defy the ordinary. Union Sports and Entertainment is relentlessly pursuing excellence both on and off the field and will lead the way, set the standards and share the glory. Our connection to Philadelphia is symbolized in the Club’s crest as the snake, colors, shield, slogan and thirteen stars all represent Philadelphia as the original capital city and its call to action during the American Revolution.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
The Director, Accounting will report directly to the Controller and will be responsible for all aspects of administering the day-to-day accounting functions - including overseeing accounting policies, systems, processes, and ongoing financial reporting. The successful candidate hired for this role will be an experienced individual with a strong financial background, including a degree in Accounting or Finance. Experience with Dynamics SL and XL Statements is preferred, but not required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead transition of stadium entity third-party accounting to in-house accounting.
- Provide detailed oversight of Accounts Payable and credit card expense reporting.
- Assist with oversight of the daily accounting functions including all aspects of General Ledger, A/P and A/R and multi-company reporting for Keystone Sports and Entertainment LLC and subsidiaries.
- Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closing processes in accordance with GAAP - including reviewing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Assist with recording revenue reports for ticket sales, sponsorship, suites, parking and all stadium related revenue.
- Assist with oversight and review all balance sheet schedules and record monthly journal entries.
- Assist with monthly budget review and analysis with senior staff and assist with preparing budget vs. actual updates for management.
- Work with department heads to assist in preparation of annual budgets and monitor and control actual financial revenues / expenditures.
- Plan and work with department staff to ensure preparation and readiness for external audit.
- Assist with preparation of all league reporting including annual financial package and event revenue reporting.
- Assist with review, reconcile and consolidate financials for 3rd party entities.
- Support banking function including assisting in bank/debt reporting requirements.
- Assist in preparation of cash flow reports to maintain projected cash needs.
- Supervise, guide, and mentor current members of accounting/finance department.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, required.
- Minimum 5-7 years related work experience.
- Supervisory / management experience is a plus.
- Professional sports and/or events facilities experience a plus.
- Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- CPA or MBA preferred but not required.
OUR PERKS
- Comprehensive benefits package including three medical options, vision and dental coverage, including flexible spending & health savings accounts.
- Pre-tax and Roth 401k (up to 4% is matched, after elimination period).
- Company-paid life insurance and disability.
- 11 paid holidays and PTO days annually.
- Wellness reimbursements through Independence Blue Cross.
- Summer Friday hours.
- 50% merchandise discount.
- Other league and partner discounts.
- Complimentary or discounted tickets.
- 24/7 state-of-the-art Fitness Center and locker rooms.
- On-site Café with grab-and-go options, salad bar, and grill!
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.