What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at Tennessee Titans?
The Tennessee Titans strive to be an ELITE franchise in the National Football League, excelling both on and off the field. Our mission is to win, serve, and entertain our fans, community and one another by living through our values in everything we do. We value Excellence, Leadership, Improvement, Teamwork, and Execution.
The Tennessee Titans are seeking a strategic and service-minded accounting and finance professional to support the business and stadium functions and promote cross-functional collaboration. The Controller will report up to the Vice President of Finance.
Responsibilities:
The Tennessee Titans are seeking a strategic and service-minded accounting and finance professional to support the business and stadium functions and promote cross-functional collaboration. The Controller will report up to the Vice President of Finance.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports for general accounting, income tax, debt compliance and NFL reporting purposes
- Assist in the valuation of key accounting estimates
- Work and communicate effectively with senior management about finances of the business and justify certain financial recommendations
- Develop a deep understanding of NFL league finance rules, such as reporting requirements, revenue sharing, and available stadium financing
- Maximize return on financial assets by driving innovation around current financial policies, procedures, controls and reporting systems
- Participate in the company’s planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, identifying ways to improve both the process and accuracy of the forecasts
- Ensure compliance with the company’s debt covenant metrics through accurate and timely forecasting and reporting
- In collaboration with financial planning and analysis personnel, champion the organization’s push to data-driven decision making and business discipline
- Manage and develop the skills of direct reports through mentorship and coaching
- Assist leadership with other special projects as needed
Qualifications:
- BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, or relevant field
- 8 years of experience in accounting/finance role with thorough understanding of GAAP
- CPA certification preferred; previous experience in professional sports preferred
- Thorough understanding of financial reporting requirements and the business cycle, including
cash management, payroll, capital asset planning, receivables, payables, income taxes, pensions, workers’ compensation, and the financial statement close process - Computer skills and knowledge of relevant software tools, to include prior experience with sophisticated Excel-based analysis
- Attention to detail and great organizational skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively interface at all levels of the organization
- Comfortable working in a dynamic and ambiguous environment, managing multiple projects and managing multiple people, simultaneously
- Proven problem solver with track record of people leadership, coaching and development
- Strong communication skills, with proficiency in speaking and writing
- The ability to act responsibly and ethically when working with sensitive financial information
NO PHONE CALLS OR EMAILS, PLEASE. Unfortunately, we are unable to update candidates on the status of their applications. Those selected for further consideration will be contacted by someone from the Tennessee Titans.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
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