Financial Controller
This position has been filled - Job#: 453407794
Bethesda, MD
Administration/Management
Posted/Updated: 08/17/21
Job Summary
Position Description: Financial Controller
The Major League Soccer Players Association (MLSPA) is seeking candidates for a capable, diligent Financial Controller based in its Bethesda, MD headquarters. Formed in 2003, the MLSPA is a labor organization and is the exclusive bargaining representative for all MLS players. Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to [email protected].
The Financial Controller will manage the accounting operations of the MLSPA and its for-profit subsidiary and must deliver precise information under strict deadlines. The ideal candidate for the position is bright, attentive, and efficient with self-assurance and the ability to complete work skillfully with little or no direct supervision.
Responsibilities:
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● Oversee all accounting operations of the MLSPA and its for-profit subsidiary
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● Maintain an organized and orderly filing system of all accounting documents and records
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● Collaborate with external auditors
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● With the MLSPA’s Executive Director, produce the annual budget and predict budget forecasts
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● Maintain a comprehensive system of accounting records
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● Generate financial reports as needed
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● Ensure that financial reports comply with current accounting principles and financial reporting
standards
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● Publish complete and timely financial statements to senior staff and the MLSPA’s Executive
Board
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● Account for any budget variances and report significant discrepancies to senior staff
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● Analyze capital investments
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● Comply with all local, state, and federal tax filings and reporting requirements
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● Schedule payments for accounts payable promptly
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● Complete bank reconciliations
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● Maintain a system of budgets and controls over all transactions to mitigate risk
Requirements:
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● Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Business Administration
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● Minimum five years of bookkeeping or accounting experience
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● Thorough knowledge of accountancy
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● Superb mathematical, communication and interpersonal skills
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● High attention to detail
Value Add:
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● Experience working with non-profit organizations and/or labor unions
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● Familiarity with professional soccer and Major League Soccer in particular
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● Multilingual (Spanish/French/Portuguese in particular)
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