Staff Accountant, Corporate Accounting

About the role

Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE) is one of the leading integrated sports and entertainment companies globally. MSE's portfolio spans premier professional sports teams, world-class venues, and next-generation media properties, with marquee assets including the NHL's Washington Capitals, NBA's Washington Wizards, WNBA's Washington Mystics, NBA G League's Capital City Go-Go, Capital One Arena, and Monumental Sports Network, along with an investment in Team Liquid.

Rooted in the nation's capital, MSE brings Washington, D.C's distinct influence, ambition, and leadership to the global sports and entertainment landscape. The company harnesses the power of its platform to drive continuous innovation and deliver extraordinary experiences that inspire and unite our community, our fans, and our people.

Our success is powered by talented people who bring passion, creativity, and collaboration to everything they do. If you're looking to build your career in a dynamic, fast-paced organization that's shaping the future of sports and entertainment, we'd love to hear from you.

Position Overview

The Staff Accountant, Corporate Accounting will support the day-to-day accounting operations of Monumental Sports & Entertainment and its portfolio of teams, venues, media properties, and business divisions. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing journal entries and account reconciliations, supporting month-end close activities, and ensuring compliance with accounting policies and internal controls.

Are you an accounting professional with strong analytical skills and an interest in financial operations? Apply today! We'd love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record journal entries, accruals, and account adjustments in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Perform balance sheet account reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Maintain accurate general ledger activity across multiple entities and business divisions.
• Support financial reporting and management reporting requirements.
• Partner with internal departments to resolve accounting-related questions and discrepancies.
• Prepare and reconcile bank accounts, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accruals, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Assist with revenue and expense analysis to ensure proper accounting treatment.
• Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams as needed to ensure accuracy and completeness of transactions.
• Assist with intercompany accounting and reconciliations across multiple entities.
• Support external audits and internal audit requests by preparing schedules and documentation.
• Participate in budgeting and forecasting processes by providing historical financial data and analysis.
• Review and analyze financial data to identify unusual trends, discrepancies, or opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with sales tax, 1099 reporting, and other regulatory compliance requirements.
• Support accounting operations related to ticketing, sponsorships, venue operations, media, and other business activities.
• Support finance transformation initiatives, system enhancements, and automation projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2-5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience using accounting software, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and basic financial analysis.
• Experience performing account reconciliations and month-end close activities.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage several priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Pay and benefits

Pay Range: $60k - $70k USD.

Benefit Eligibility

This role is eligible to participate in health and welfare benefits.