Staff Accountant

About the Organization

The National Basketball Players Association is the labor union representing professional basketball players in the NBA. Since 1954, it has worked to safeguard and strengthen player rights. Its role includes negotiating collective bargaining agreements, handling player grievances, and advising players on benefits as well as educational and post-playing career paths.

Through THINK450, the NBPA’s group licensing and partnership platform, business opportunities are created for players. With more than 80 active partnerships, THINK450 focuses on finding common ground between players and major brands to create stronger collaborations. The NBPA Foundation supports the lasting impact of its members by backing individuals, communities, and organizations around the world, while highlighting player-led initiatives that drive community development, charitable work, and social entrepreneurship.

The position is based in New York, New York and follows a hybrid work arrangement. It sits within the Finance department and reports to the Assistant Controller.

Role Overview

The Staff Accountant supports the organization’s accounting activities across the board. This includes maintaining account balances, preparing financial statements, managing general ledger activity, and contributing to financial reporting. The role works closely with colleagues across all levels of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Support month-end and year-end closing activities, along with general ledger maintenance.
• Create journal entries and ensure transactions comply with US GAAP.
• Assist the Finance Manager with accounts receivable tasks.
• Help prepare consolidated monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with US GAAP.
• Analyze financial performance and prepare variance explanations.
• Help improve procedures and efficiency, including opportunities for automation.
• Work with internal teams to strengthen communication and coordination between Finance and other departments.
• Assist in collecting and organizing financial records for managers.
• Prepare support documents for audits and tax submissions.
• Reconcile accounts, investigate differences, and resolve outstanding issues.
• Provide additional support through ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• 2–3 years of prior experience as an accountant or auditor for public companies.
• Strong computer proficiency, especially advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Solid understanding of finance, accounting, budgeting, and GAAP.
• Advanced knowledge of bookkeeping practices, accounting standards, and applicable state and national regulations.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical abilities and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• CPA certification is preferred.
• Experience with Sage Intacct at an intermediate to advanced level is a plus.
• Strong project management and process improvement capabilities.
• Comfort working in a cross-functional, complex, and fast-moving environment.

Additional Information

No telephone inquiries are requested. The employer will contact only those applicants whose experience best matches the role. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay is based on experience, with a stated range of $90,000 to $100,000. The organization provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid leave, medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus a 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.

Equal Opportunity

The organization is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, weight, disability, or any other status protected by applicable New York or federal anti-discrimination law.