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MLB Network

Manager, Accounting

Secaucus, NJ · On-site

$100K - $115K/yr

MLB Network seeks a Manager, Accounting to manage and provide leadership for the Accounting Department. They must have comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles, excellent communications ...

MLB Network

Manager, Accounting

Secaucus, NJ

$100K - $115K/yr

MLB Network seeks a Manager, Accounting to manage and provide leadership for the Accounting Department. They must have comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles, excellent communications ...

Major League Baseball

Senior Accountant

New York, NY · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience * Strong understanding of GAAP and internal ... Top MLB Perks & Benefits: * Competitive Benefits Package * Company 401K Contribution * Paid Time ...

Major League Baseball

Senior Accountant

New York, NY · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience * Strong understanding of GAAP and internal ... In addition to your salary, MLB believes in providing a competitive compensation and benefits ...

FloQast

Accounting Success Manager

Austin, TX · On-site

Our cloud-based solution is trusted by over 3,500 world-class accounting teams, including Lululemon, Doordash, and the MLB, to drive collaboration and financial accuracy. Driven by a mission to ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for mlb accounting in the United States is $95,659.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,000.00 and $112,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an MLB Accounting job?

An MLB Accounting job involves managing financial records, payroll, budgeting, and compliance for Major League Baseball teams or the league itself. Responsibilities may include tracking revenue from ticket sales, merchandise, and broadcasting rights, as well as handling player salaries and other expenses. Accountants in this role ensure financial statements adhere to regulations and provide financial insights to support decision-making.

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To thrive in MLB Accounting, you need strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of accounting principles, and usually a degree in accounting or finance. Proficiency with accounting software such as QuickBooks or Oracle, and familiarity with industry tools like Microsoft Excel, is important; CPA certification can be an asset. Attention to detail, confidentiality, and excellent organizational and communication skills help individuals excel in this role. These abilities are vital to ensure financial accuracy, compliance with regulations, and effective collaboration within a sports organization.

What are some typical responsibilities of an MLB Accounting professional during the baseball season?

During the baseball season, an MLB Accounting professional is responsible for managing daily financial transactions, processing player payrolls, reconciling accounts, and ensuring prompt payments to vendors or contractors. They often collaborate closely with team operations, ticketing, and merchandising departments to track revenue streams and monitor budgets. Timely financial reporting and preparation of periodic statements are also key tasks. This dynamic environment requires strong multitasking skills and attention to detail, as financial activities often increase in volume and complexity during the busy season.

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Manager, Accounting

Manager, Accounting

MLB Network

Secaucus, NJ • On-site

$100K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

MLB Network rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

37th of 65 rated media

Job description

MLB Network seeks a Manager, Accounting to manage and provide leadership for the Accounting Department. They must have comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles, excellent communications skills, the ability to manage and motivate a team, and build and maintain effective working relationships across the organization. The Manager, Accounting will help to create and implement accounting policies and practices and assist in the communication of these policies to the various departments at MLB Network.
Responsibilities:
  • Assist in the oversight of the Company's accounting initiatives and enforce integrity of accounting procedures.
  • Maintain financial records through the Company's accounting system, including general ledger tasks and fixed assets (including maintenance of chart of accounts).
  • Provide leadership and manage the daily activities of the Company's staff accountant.
  • Review supporting journal entries in the general ledger system for the monthly, quarterly, and financial close processes.
  • Review coding on employee expense reports. Approve expense reports in accordance with Company policy up to a certain dollar level.
  • Review and approve invoice coding in accordance with the Company's chart of accounts.
  • Review accuracy of affiliate revenue reports and advertising revenue for the monthly close process.
  • Share responsibility of the annual financial statement audit and have active communication with the audit team.
  • Manage monthly and quarterly financial closes.
  • Review quarterly financial reports including cash flow and fixed asset roll-forward.
  • Monitor tax compliance and payments, which requires active communication with Ernst & Young MLBN's tax advisors.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels throughout the organization, with emphasis on collaborative problem-solving that balances regulatory requirements with business opportunity.
  • Effectively communicate with co-workers, management, vendors and others in a courteous and professional manner.
  • It is expected that the Manager, Accounting will maintain and increase their knowledge in the accounting discipline, as well as with the overall business on an ongoing basis
  • Support special projects as assigned.
  • Other such duties as required.

Qualifications and Skills:
  • 5-10 years of relevant experience in accounting.
  • Must be able to work independently (with minimal supervision) to ensure timely and accurate completion of projects.
  • Strong managerial and leadership abilities.
  • Ability to initiate and maintain collaborative working relationships, both within and outside the organization.
  • Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects.
  • Ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings.
  • Must have strong time management skills with ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects.
  • Must have strong organizational, problem solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent technical, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
  • Experience with a general ledger system such as Oracle Fusion is preferred.
  • Superior attention to detail.
  • Able to maintain confidential information.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to function as an effective team member.
  • Demonstrate the tact, diplomacy, decisiveness, and superior people skills required in the pressurized environment of live television.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
  • Ability to sit, stand, and/or kneel for extended periods of time.
  • Possess the manual dexterity needed to effectively create required work product.
  • Possess the visual acuity needed to effectively create required work product.
  • Possess the auditory acuity needed to effectively create required work product.
  • Prompt and regular attendance at an assigned work location.

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting or Finance.
  • CPA license required.

Position Reports to:
  • Sr. Manager, Accounting

Pay Range: $100,000 - $115,000 annually
As a candidate for this position, your salary and related aspects of compensation will be contingent upon your work experience, education, skills, and any other factors MLB Network considers relevant to the hiring decision. In addition to your salary, MLB Network believes in providing a competitive benefits package for its employees.
Top MLB Network Perks & Benefits:
  • Exceptional Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
  • Company Contributed 401K Plan
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • Discretionary bonus eligibility
  • Family Leave Benefits
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Discounts at MLB Store | MLBShop.com
  • Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
  • Life and Accidental Death Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Training & Development Programs
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Why MLB Network?
MLB Network is the ultimate television destination for baseball fans, with studios located in Secaucus, N.J., just minutes from New York City. Featuring live regular season game telecasts, original programming, highlights, insights and analysis from the best in the business, MLB Network produces baseball content for delivery to multiple media platforms. Cutting-edge technology is used to create MLB Network's Emmy Award-winning programming via roles in live studio and remote production, operations, engineering, media management, creative services, social media and others.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please email us at MLBNHR@mlb.com. Requests received for non-disability related issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.
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