Accounting Manager
About IMG Academy IMG Academy is the world’s leading sports education brand, providing a holistic education model that empowers student-athletes to win their future while preparing them for college and for life. IMG Academy has been nationally recognized by organizations including Sports Business Journal, USA Today, and the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For for its workplace culture, innovation, and commitment to developing people both on and off the field.
IMG Academy provides growth opportunities for student-athletes and partners through an innovative suite of on-campus and online experiences:
- Boarding school and camps, delivered on a state-of-the-art campus in Bradenton, Florida
- Online coaching through IMG Academy+, focused on personal development through the lens of sport and performance
- Online college recruiting through NCSA College Recruiting and SportsRecruits, providing industry-leading recruiting education, tools, and access to a network of more than 40,000 college coaches for student-athletes, families, club coaches, and event operators
- Elevate by IMG Academy, a performance and personal development solution that delivers mindset, leadership, and wellbeing programming to schools, colleges, and organizations through a combination of digital content and immersive experiences
The Accounting Manager leads and oversees accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with U.S. GAAP. This role has a strong focus on revenue recognition and technical accounting, partnering with cross-functional teams to analyze financial data, support new products, and develop scalable and efficient accounting processes. Position Responsibilities
- Analyze financial data and reports from multiple systems to validate results, identify discrepancies, and ensure accurate accounting
- Lead the revenue recognition process, including analysis of contracts, performance obligations, and complex, multi-element arrangements in accordance with ASC 606
- Prepare and review journal entries and financial statements as part of the monthly close process
- Evaluate accounting implications of new products and services and develop appropriate revenue recognition processes
- Maintain effective internal controls and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and applicable accounting standards
- Manage external audits and support the preparation of audited financial statements
- Identify opportunities to improve, simplify, and automate accounting processes and reporting
- Partner with stakeholders to develop and implement scalable accounting solutions, systems, and processes
- Stay current on accounting standards and advise management on relevant changes and actions
- Support the development of accounting team members and promote effective collaboration across the organization
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all company policies, procedures, and business ethics
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
- Four years of experience in public or private accounting
- Strong understanding and experience with ASC 606, including multi-element contracts and performance obligations
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and revenue recognition
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience working with financial/accounting systems and large data sets
- Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to identify errors, investigate discrepancies, and assess the reasonableness of financial results
- Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and follow through
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to communicate complex financial concepts to both finance and non-finance stakeholders
- Intellectual curiosity and a desire to improve and simplify processes
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to leverage technology, automation, and AI tools to improve accounting processes and analysis
Preferred Sk