Staff Accountant

Summary: Boston Red Sox is seeking a Staff Accountant to join their Accounting and Finance team, which ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial transactions. This role involves managing accounts receivable functions, supporting month-end close cycles, and preparing financial statements across various entities. Responsibilities: - Process all monthly invoicing requirements for contracts and revenue recognition across the three distinct entities while taking ownership of all ad hoc invoicing needs for off cycle billings and billbacks for shared services - Monitor accounts receivable aging and collection activity to ensure compliance with billing terms and conduct monthly reviews of outstanding balances with department leaders - Partner with customers and internal departments to resolve billing discrepancies and collection issues - Manage and resolve all inter-company transactions within FSG Boston and other related parties - Assist with cash reconciliations and ensure proper coding of all cash receipts - Prepare general ledger entries for month-end close for all non-profit entities within the overall Red Sox Foundation - Develop and maintain reconciliations for balance sheet accounts used for internal and external audits, and research significant variances and analyze trends - Process, record, and track all event, fundraising, and grant donations for both past and future commitments - Help track and coordinate grant giving, including maintaining records, monitoring disbursements, and assisting with basic reporting - Assist with annual budgeting, monthly forecasting, and required financial and legal filings for non-profit entities - Assist with the audit fieldwork by creating support and providing analysis as required - Create supporting schedules for all assurance engagements and tax filings - Crosstrain with other roles within accounting area for ability to assist in all responsibilities - Expand process documentation, accounting policies, and workflows with a critical eye for continuous improvement Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in accounting - Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines - Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, etc.), with advanced Microsoft Excel skills - Excellent telephone, written, and verbal communication skills - Strong attention to detail and high accuracy level - Highly motivated to continuously learn and improve accounting and system processes Preferred Qualifications: - Public accounting experience and/or 1-2 years of related experience in a mid-to-large corporate environment - Familiarity with Oracle NetSuite accounting software and Salesforce Required Skills: Accounting, Accounts receivable, Invoice processing, Revenue recognition, Month-end close, Financial statement preparation, Cash reconciliation, General ledger entries, Balance sheet reconciliation, Audit support, Budgeting, Forecasting, Microsoft Excel, Oracle NetSuite, Salesforce, Motivation to learn Benefits: Annual incentive pay, Comprehensive benefits package