TITLE: Senior Accounting Manager

POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Exempt

COMPANY: Sharks Sports and Entertainment, LLC

LOCATION: San Jose, CA

REPORTS TO: Sr. Director, Controller

POSTING DATED: September 24, 2024

Pay Range: The pay range for this role is $128,000-$160,000 per year

Actual base pay will be determined based on permissible factors such as transferable skills, work experience, market demands and primary work location. The base pay range provided is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Position Overview

As the Senior Accounting Manager at Sharks Sports and Entertainment you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial operations. You will lead a team of skilled professionals and oversee many aspects of accounting, financial reporting, and compliance to support the organization’s strategic objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Recognize revenue for live events, including NHL hockey games, AHL hockey games, concerts, and other live entertainment.
Continuously enhance the monthly close process timeline.
Supervise Accounting group members, manage their capacity and workload allocation, and provide training and development.
Review and interpret facility leases and management agreements to ensure proper accounting and tracking of high-profile capital expenditures.
Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and relevant regulations.
Coordinate and manage external audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
Work closely with external tax advisors to minimize tax liabilities, perform tax planning, and ensure compliance.
Oversee and participate in the decision-making process for insurance policies covering organizational assets.
Participate in the ongoing development of accounting policies and procedures, including the review and implementation of process and system changes.
Interact at all levels with budget-to-actual variance analysis.
Review the SAP S/4 HANA system environment, identify automation opportunities, and implement system automation.
Monitor and manage cash flows to ensure liquidity and support the company's initiatives.
Evaluate and implement financial systems and tools to streamline operations and enhance reporting capabilities.
Oversee cash controls, processes, and procedures for various venues, including SAP Center, Tech CU Arena, and Sharks Ice (Fremont, San Jose, and Oakland locations).

Minimum Qualifications

Either a master’s degree in accounting, or CPA license is required
Minimum 8 years in financial and operating accounting with a mix of public accounting experience required
Proficiency in SAP accounting products required
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
Excellent leadership and supervision experience required
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with advanced excel skills
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and integrity.
Experience within the sports & entertainment industry is a plus.

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit, stand and utilize a computer for extended periods of time
Communicate via phone and email with a variety of individuals
Ability to bend at the waist, reach overhead and lift up to 15 lbs with or without accommodation
Physically navigate stairs and catwalks at SSE facilities during normal work hours and events with or without accommodation
Ability to work occasional extended hours including nights, weekends, holidays (all with advance notice)
May be required to travel to other company locations
May be required to attend conference, events, and training sessions within Bay Area or in- or out-of-state locations.

What We Offer

Competitive compensation (base salary and variable incentive plan)
Medical/Dental/Vision/Flexible Spending Accounts (all LGBTQ+ friendly)
Pretax Transportation Benefit
401K (pre-tax and Roth options)
Generous Paid Time Off Policy
Minimum of 10 Paid Holidays and Wellness Days per year
Complimentary or discounted sports and concert tickets
Other League & partner discounts
Central office location in downtown San Jose at the heart of Silicon Valley; convenient access to Caltrain, VTA, major freeways and free parking
An inclusive culture which values diversity of background and a passion to improve our SSE’s commitment to change with impact on our community and industry
Potential for flexible scheduling and telework opportunities
Free access to on-site Volta EV charging stations on non-event days

This position is not eligible for U.S. work authorization sponsorship.

Summary:

Born in 1991, Sharks Sports and Entertainment (“SSE”) has grown into a multi-faceted organization that includes the SAP Center, the NHL San Jose Sharks, the AHL San Jose Barracuda, the Tech CU Arena, three Sharks Ice facilities, and the non-profit Sharks Foundation. Additionally, we are growing our organization through expansion in the Bay Area and surrounding communities in Northern California.

We work and play in the Bay Area, and are deeply influenced by the technology, innovation, diversity, and commitment to excellence that surrounds us.Our culture is transforming to reflect those values, with an eye towards a pioneering, forward-thinking, and inclusive environment in sports and entertainment.

We live, work, and innovate by a set of Pioneering Principles:

T – Team success is more important than individual success

E – Exceptional experience is non-negotiable in everything we do

A – Appreciate others for their diversity and opinions

M – More risk leads to more rewards and expands our comfort zones

T – Trust that all teammates have the best intentions

E – Empower all teammates to make informed decisions

A – Always say what you really mean and do what you say

L – Lead by showing the respect to others you expect from them

We strive to unite people through a shared love of ice sports, entertainment, and our hometown. We are #TealTogether.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

Here at Team Teal, we recognize and celebrate that individuals come with a wealth of experience and talent well beyond any list of required skills and qualifications – in fact, we believe diversity of backgrounds and skills, combined with passion, are the most important keys to meaningful innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to ourpositions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sharks Sports and Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, marital status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), physical or mental disability, military service or veterans’ status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.

Notice to Recruiters and Agencies

SSE recruits candidates directly, rather than through third-party recruiters or agencies. Under no circumstances will SSE pay a fee for candidates submitted or presented without a signed recruiting agreement in place between SSE and the recruiter or agency prior to the submittal; any submittal must be for requisition specifically and individually assigned in writing by SSE’s HR department. In the case of candidate(s) submitted or presented to SSE by a recruiter or agency without a signed agreement AND written assignment by SSE Human Resources, SSE explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) with no financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.