Senior Manager of Accounting

Position Summary

The Baltimore Orioles are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Senior Manager of Accounting to lead critical accounting operations and financial reporting. This leader will oversee the month-end and year-end close process, partnership and revenue accounting, fixed assets, payroll accounting oversight, accounts payable, internal controls, and financial reporting. The Senior Manager partners with colleagues across the organization to strengthen financial processes, improve operational efficiency, ensure GAAP compliance, and develop a high-performing accounting team. Success in this role is measured by leadership, sound judgment, operational excellence, and the ability to deliver accurate, timely financial information that supports business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end and year-end close process and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and supporting documentation.
• Oversee accounting for sponsorships, media rights, partnership receivables, and other key revenue streams.
• Lead recurring meetings with business partners to resolve outstanding balances and improve collections.
• Oversee fixed asset accounting, capitalization, disposals, and depreciation.
• Review payroll accounting, including player payroll, for accuracy and compliance.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Accounts Payable team, Staff Accountant, and Accounting Manager.
• Strengthen accounting policies, internal controls, and business processes while identifying automation opportunities.
• Partner with Finance leadership, auditors, and cross-functional stakeholders on audits, forecasting, and strategic initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement through standardization, documentation, and process optimization.

Required Qualifications

The Baltimore Orioles recognize that the depth, quality, and relevance of a candidate's experience are more important than a specific number of years. We encourage candidates with demonstrated success in comparable responsibilities to apply.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA certification.
• Demonstrated success leading complex accounting functions, financial reporting, month-end close, and process improvement within a complex organization.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop accounting professionals.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, and modern accounting applications.
• Ability to build strong cross-functional partnerships, manage competing priorities, and communicate effectively with leaders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in professional sports, entertainment, hospitality, or another fast-paced organization.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Planful, Ramp, or Concur.
• Knowledge of MLB financial reporting and league policies.
• Spanish language proficiency is a plus.

Key Attributes

• High integrity and sound judgment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Leadership presence with a passion for developing others.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.