Staff Accountant I, Colorado Rapids

Ball Arena; Colorado; On-site; USD 58,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Holidays

PTO

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

HSA

FSAs

401K Match

Job summary

Ball Arena in Denver, CO seeks a Staff Accountant I to support Colorado Rapids accounting and financial reporting. You will handle month-end close, reconciliations, and MLS reporting, collaborating with Finance and stadium teams for accurate numbers.

Ideal candidates hold a BS/BA in Accounting or Finance, are proficient in Word/Excel, and have 0–3 years of related experience. This is a salaried, exempt, full-time role with growth potential.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in Accounting or Finance is required
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• 0-3 years of relevant experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record monthly journal entries, including accruals, reclassifications, and other close-related adjustments.
• Maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations and well-documented supporting workpapers; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with monthly financial statement preparation.
• Support accounting for MLS match-related revenue; reconcile supporting reports to the general ledger.
• Assist with weekly revenue reporting, and annual or seasonal budget preparation.
• Prepare and submit required MLS match-related financial reports and support other league reporting requirements as assigned.
• Review invoices and expenses for appropriate coding, documentation, and period recognition.
• Assist with accounts receivable monitoring, billing follow-up, and collections coordination.
• Collaborate with Ticketing, Sponsorship, Soccer Operations, and stadium finance teams to resolve accounting and reporting questions.
• Support process improvements, and other projects as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Excellent communication

Education

BS/BA in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Great Plains

Job description

Job Title:Staff Accountant I, Colorado Rapids

Department:Accounting

Business Unit:KSE

Location:Denver, CO

Reports To:Assistant Controller, Rapids

Employment Type:Full Time — Salaried– Exempt

Supervisor Position:No

Application Deadline:Open until filled

Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and SkyCam.

Nature of Work:
The Staff Accountant I supports the accounting and financial reporting functions for the Colorado Rapids. Reporting to the Assistant Controller, this position assists with timely and accurate month-end close, account reconciliations, revenue and expense accounting, Major League Soccer (MLS) reporting, and recurring financial analysis. The role works with Finance and operating departments to maintain reliable financial information and support budgeting and forecasting.

Examples of work performed:

• Prepare and record monthly journal entries, including accruals, reclassifications, and other close-related adjustments.


• Prepare and maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations and well-documented supporting workpapers; investigate and resolve discrepancies.


• Assist with monthly financial statement preparation.


• Support accounting for ticketing, sponsorship, premium seating, and other team revenues; reconcile supporting reports to the general ledger.


• Assist with weekly revenue reporting, and annual or seasonal budget preparation.


• Prepare and submit required MLS match-related financial reports and support other league reporting requirements as assigned.


• Review invoices and expenses for appropriate coding, documentation, and period recognition.


• Assist with accounts receivable monitoring, billing follow-up, and collections coordination.


• Collaborate with Ticketing, Sponsorship, Soccer Operations, and stadium finance teams to resolve accounting and reporting questions.


• Support process improvements, and other projects as assigned.

This description is a summary only and describes the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business needs. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

• Typical Office Conditions

Qualifications

• Minimum




• BS/BA degree in Accounting or Finance is required




• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.




• Preferred




• 0-3 years of relevant experience is preferred

Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet software programs such as Word and Excel are a must.


• Proficiency in Great Plains accounting software is a plus.


• Must be highly analytical and have an entrepreneurial attitude.


• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with multiple departments.


• Complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner with minimal oversight.


• Willingness to learn and take on additional projects as needed.

Compensation

• Base Salary Range $57,784 – $63,000 per annum

Benefits Include

• 12 Paid Company Holidays


• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)


• Paid Time Off (PTO)


• Life Insurance


• Short and Long-term Disability


• Health Savings Account (HSA)


• Flexible Spending plans (FSAs)


• 401K plan/Employer Match

Applications must be received by:Open until filled

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.