Staff Accountant

About the role

At the San Francisco 49ers, our mission is simple but powerful: to create meaningful moments that inspire and connect. Whether it’s on the field, in the community, or behind the scenes, we’re united by the belief that the work we do has the power to bring people together and leave a lasting impact. This Staff Accountant position offers the opportunity to gain broad exposure across corporate accounting, financial reporting, operational accounting, and professional sports finance while partnering with multiple departments throughout the organization.

We are seeking an analytical, curious, and collaborative accounting professional who enjoys improving processes, leveraging technology, and taking ownership of accounting responsibilities. The ideal candidate is looking to build a long-term career in accounting and grow into increased responsibility over time.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and support documentation for the monthly close process.
• Assist in monthly and quarterly financial closings, ensuring deadlines are met with precision.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies, providing clear explanations to management.
• Prepare and process customer invoices in accordance with contractual agreements and organizational policies.
• Manage accounting for cash, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, and other assigned balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare supporting documentation for financial audits and assist auditors during the process.
• Provide ad-hoc reporting and analysis to support decision-making within the organization.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Precision in recording, analyzing, and verifying financial transactions to ensure accuracy.
• Ability to detect discrepancies or errors in financial data and make necessary adjustments.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data and identify trends, issues, and patterns.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely.
• High integrity and discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• At least 2-4 years’ relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years of accounting or audit experience required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; intermediate knowledge of Excel (pivots, lookups, etc.).
• Experience with ERP accounting software, preferably Microsoft Business Central.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• The employee will be sitting in a typical office environment the majority of the time.
• The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, and move/lift up to 25 pounds.
• The employee is also required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• The employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• This position requires the ability to work extended hours and/or weekends when necessary.

0% of local travel time is expected for this position.