Senior Accountant

Learfield IMG College; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Parental Leave

20+ Paid Holidays

401(k) + Match

Short/Long Term Disability

Job summary

Learfield IMG College in Jefferson City, MO, is seeking a Senior Accountant to lead monthly close activities, ensure US GAAP compliance, and maintain ledger accuracy across multiple entities. The role collaborates with FP&A and auditors to deliver accurate financial reporting.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of accounting experience, strong ERP and Excel skills, and a track record of process improvement in a complex environment. Located in Missouri, on-site position with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience in a large corporate or multi-entity environment.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and ability to apply principles to complex financial structures.
• Experience managing monthly close cycles in a multi-entity, multi-location organization.
• Experience with ERP systems (Great Plains) and corporate reporting tools (Adaptive Insights/Prophix).
• Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned components of the monthly financial close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement analysis.
• Maintain and enhance ledger structures, subledger relationships, and Chart of Accounts alignment for reporting integrity.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and internal policies; prepare disclosures for internal/external reporting and tax.
• Act as liaison with external auditors; prepare audit support and coordinate requests.
• Collaborate with FP&A and business partners to validate results and support variance analysis; ensure data consistency across systems (Great Plains, Adaptive Planning).
• Identify and implement process improvements, system enhancements, and reporting automation.
• Participate in evaluating new accounting standards and apply guidance to complex transactions.
• Support corporate and business unit initiatives, including reorganizations, acquisitions, and system integrations.
• Mentor and support team members, reinforcing accounting best practices.

Skills

US GAAP expertise

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Multi-entity experience

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

Great Plains

Adaptive Insights

Prophix

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Position Title: Senior Accountant

Requisition ID: R101492

Location: Jefferson City, MO

Full/Part-Time: Full time

About Us:

Learfield is the leading media and technology company powering college athletics. Through its digital and physical platforms, Learfield owns and leverages a deep data set and relationships in the industry to drive revenue, growth, brand awareness, and fan engagement for brands, sports, and entertainment properties. With ties to over 1,200 collegiate institutions and over 12,000 local and national brand partners, Learfield's presence in college sports and live events delivers influence and maximizes reach to target audiences. With data-based solutions for a 365-day, 24/7 fan experience, Learfield enables schools and brands to connect with fans through licensed merchandise, game ticketing, donor identification for athletic programs, exclusive custom content, innovative marketing initiatives, NIL solutions, and advanced digital platforms. Since 2008, it has served as title sponsor for the acclaimed Learfield Directors' Cup, supporting athletic departments across all divisions.

Our people-first culture is the foundation of our business and is reflective of our approach to building meaningful relationships with our employees, partners, and fans. The company strives each day to deliver the mission statement and embody the core values that make Learfield an exciting place to work.

Our Mission

Powering the connection of fans to the brands and experiences they love.

Our Core Values

Build Trust | Be Fans of One Another | Power Tomorrow | Create & Connect Communities | Have Fun

Learfield offers a full spectrum of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance and Other Insurance Plans, Flexible Paid Time Off (minimum 10+ days annually), including Parental Leave, 20 Paid Holidays, 401(k) + Match, and Short/Long Term Disability. Leave benefits are consistent with state and local laws, including the Colorado Health Families and Workplaces Act.

Learfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead assigned components of the monthly financial close process, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement analysis.
• Maintain and enhance ledger structures, subledger relationships, and Chart of Accounts alignment to ensure reporting integrity and consistency across financial systems.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and internal accounting policies by preparing, reviewing, and supporting financial disclosures for internal management, external reporting, and tax purposes.
• Serve as a key liaison with external auditors by preparing audit support, coordinating requests, and driving the timely resolution of audit-related inquiries.
• Collaborate with FP&A and business partners to validate financial results, support variance and flux analysis, and ensure consistency between financial systems, including Great Plains and Adaptive Planning.
• Identify and contribute to the design and implementation of process improvements, system enhancements, and reporting automation to improve accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.
• Participate in the evaluation and implementation of new accounting standards and apply technical accounting guidance to complex or unusual transactions.
• Support corporate and business unit initiatives, including reorganizations, acquisitions, and system integrations, as needed.
• Mentor and support team members by sharing knowledge, promoting collaboration, and reinforcing accounting best practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a large corporate or multi-entity environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP and experience applying accounting principles to complex financial structures and transactions.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and support monthly close cycles within a multi-entity, multi-location organization.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably Great Plains, and corporate reporting tools such as Adaptive Insights or Prophix.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with working knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and organizational levels.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities and competing deadlines.
• Big 4 public accounting experience and/or experience in a public or private company environment preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of specialized education and professional accounting experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and commitment to results.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, recommend, and drive process improvements and system enhancements.
• Familiarity with consolidated financial reporting within complex entity structures.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across Finance, Tax, Legal, and FP&A teams.