Accounting Manager | Full-Time | University of Houston Athletics

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare monthly financial statements.
• Annual budgets and annual reports (client and corporate).
• Manage day-to-day financial operations as assigned.
• Ensure accurate accounting, financial stewardship, and compliance with university, state, and federal requirements.
• Serve as the primary financial advisor to departmental leadership.
• Aid General Manager with budget preparation and financial reporting.
• Aid with event deal projections, event P&L analysis & event financial settlement.
• Prepare bi-weekly payroll for all salaried and hourly employees; coordinate human resource functions/policies.
• Prepare financial forecasts and scenario analyses to support planning and decision-making.
• Monitor expenditures and revenues to ensure alignment with approved budgets and funding sources.
• Act as a subject matter expert on accounting systems and processes.
• Prepare and review monthly and annual financial reports, dashboards, and variance analyses.
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities and communicate findings to department and university leadership.
• Oversee general ledger activity, account reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close processes.
• Support internal controls and respond to audit inquiries and recommendations.
• Improve financial processes, documentation, and internal controls.
• Ensure expenditures comply with procurement policies and funding restrictions.
• Review contracts and agreements for financial accuracy and budget impact.
• Serve as a finance liaison between departments, OVG finance, procurement, and payroll.
• Provide guidance to faculty and staff on financial procedures, policies, and best practices.
• Support special initiatives, events, and projects requiring financial planning or analysis.
• Promote collaborative, customer-focused financial services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or better from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, public or business administration, or a related field required; CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5+ years of Arena/Hotel/Convention Center accounting experience required.
• Demonstrated experience with budget preparation, financial analysis, and variance reporting.
• Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Experience managing multiple funding sources, including restricted and designated funds.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• High level of accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of MAS 200, or similar accounting software, preferred.
• Experience with ADP payroll systems preferred.

About The Venue

The Accounting Manager supports the University of Houston Athletics Department's goal of providing financial excellence by consistently meeting deadlines and ensuring timely, accurate financial reporting and internal controls in a fast-paced environment. The role involves overseeing fiscal, fiduciary, and accounting responsibilities across the University of Houston Athletics Departments, partnering closely with regional finance leadership, venue General Manager, and on-site finance teams to support strategic decision-making, regulatory compliance, and financial performance.

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• 401(k) matching
• Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays)

Pay

$70,000 - $80,000 annually

Schedule

Nights and weekends may be required.