Manager, Accounting

COMPANY BACKGROUND 

The Houston Dynamo Football Club (HDFC) is a multi-faceted organization dedicated to inspiring and supporting soccer participation and growth in Houston, TX and beyond. The Club’s brands include men's and women's professional teams - the Houston Dynamo (MLS) and Houston Dash (NWSL), a development academy, Houston Dynamo Dash Charities, as well as Shell Energy Stadium and Houston Sports Park.   

The Club has a rich history, including MLS Cup titles (2006, 2007) and in-season tournament championships for both the Dynamo (2018) and Dash (2020) and is focused on building toward the next championships, inspiring and uniting the city of Houston through the sport of soccer and community outreach, and creating the most inclusive sporting experience and diverse fan base in the city and state. 

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

This role supports the Finance department by leading key accounting functions across all Forever Orange entities. Responsibilities include overseeing the monthly close process and consolidation of seven operating entities; maintaining GAAP-compliant accounting policies and the chart of accounts; managing the annual audit, internal controls, balance sheet reconciliations, fixed assets, and payroll review; preparing financial statements and league reporting; and supervising day-to-day accounting operations. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES 

• Oversees the monthly and year-end close processes, ensuring the timely and accurate recording of financial transactions for all Forever Orange entities. 
• Ensures the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger and chart of accounts. 
• Oversees and maintains internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures to ensure compliance with GAAP, applicable laws, and other regulatory requirements. 
• Develops, implements, and ensures adherence to departmental policies, procedures, and accounting standards. 
• Prepares and reviews monthly account reconciliations, financial analyses, and close schedules to provide management with timely and meaningful financial information for decision-making. 
• Leads the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring the timely delivery of accurate financial information to management. 
• Oversees the accounts payable process by reviewing purchase invoices to ensure appropriate approvals, accurate coding, and proper recording within the accounting system. 
• Reviews payroll processing and related accounting entries to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. 
• Coordinates and manages the annual financial statement audit, including preparing audit schedules, supporting documentation, and serving as the primary liaison with external auditors. 
• Assists with the preparation of league reporting, and other financial reporting requirements as needed. 
• Reviews event-related accounting entries and leads financial event reporting processes. 
• Partners with Finance leadership and operational departments to support budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and strategic initiatives. 
• Identifies opportunities to improve accounting processes, internal controls, and financial reporting through process improvements and system enhancements. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience - Required 
• Minimum 1-2 years of management experience – Required. 
• Bachelor’s in Accounting – Required. 
• Experience in the sports and entertainment industry – Preferred. 
• Certified Public Accounting license - Preferred.  
• Must be proficient with computers and MS Office programs such as Word, Excel, & Outlook.  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES 

• Comfortable in areas of personnel management, developing and implementing policies and procedures, effective training, and designing and implementing accounting and financial systems and controls.  
• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate well with management-level peers as well as employees in other groups across the organization. 
• Capable of handling all aspects of the accounting cycle and principles and techniques of arena/stadium operations.  
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. 
• Ability to work under above-average pressure in meeting urgent deadlines.  
• Ability to work long, irregular hours and weekends as dictated by event schedules and project timetables.  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Maintains Organizational Core Competencies. 

ORGANIZATIONAL CORE COMPETENCIES

• Accountable – Holds themselves (and when appropriate others) accountable for achieving goals and objectives. 
• Collaborative – Works collaboratively with others to achieve organizational outcomes. 
• Progressive – Open minded, accepting, creative, and innovative in approach. 
• Values Driven – Being ethical in decision making and operating with professional integrity. 
• Agile – Achieves personal and organizational success within a changing, dynamic and complex environment. Ability to handle ambiguity. 

OTHER INFORMATION

Diverse candidates of all backgrounds are welcome, and the Club seeks individuals passionate about sport, inspiring the city and devoted to the organization's growth. While duties and responsibilities vary across positions, we are seeking individuals who are accountable, collaborative, progressive, agile and ethical/values driven.  

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.