Staff Accountant

49ers; Santa Clara, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The San Francisco 49ers are seeking a Staff Accountant to support month-end close, financial reporting, reconciliations, and annual audits. This role offers exposure across corporate and sports finance while collaborating with multiple departments.

The ideal candidate is analytical, collaborative, and eager to develop in a long-term accounting career. Responsibilities include journal entries, closings, GL reconciliations, invoicing, and ad-hoc analyses.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of relevant accounting or audit experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; intermediate Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP accounting software (Microsoft Business Central) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and supporting docs for monthly close.
• Assist in monthly and quarterly closings with precision and deadlines.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and explain discrepancies to management.
• Prepare and process customer invoices per contracts and policies.
• Manage cash, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare audit documentation and assist auditors during the process.
• Provide ad-hoc reporting and analyses to support decisions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Precision in recording and analysis

Discrepancy detection

Analytical thinking and trend analysis

Effective written and verbal comms

Integrity and discretion

Strong work ethic and professional成长

Tools

Excel (pivot, vlookup)

ERP accounting software (MS Business Central)

Job description

Career Opportunities: Staff Accountant (6889)

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.

Success here takes more than passion; it’s about bringing your best to every challenge. We thrive by balancing priorities with precision, making thoughtful decisions in fast-paced environments, and always looking ahead to what’s next. Our team is built on core competencies that shape how we work: adaptability, integrity, collaboration, strong communication, and a relentless focus on continuous improvement. Together, these qualities fuel our ability to deliver world-class experiences for our fans, partners, and community.

If you’re excited about being part of a supportive team where you can develop your skills, share your ideas, and help make a difference, we’d love to have you join us.

The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the organization’s month-end close, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and annual audit activities. This 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 enjoy 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 and Duties:

• 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.

Required Abilities and Skills:

• 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

Education and Experience:

• 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.

Travel:

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

Compensation:

$80,000 - $85,000 annually

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

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