Accounting Manager

What You’ll Do

The Accounting Manager builds and runs the controls, month-end close and reconciliation discipline that give leadership, lenders, investors and auditors confidence in Prep Network’s financial statements. Reporting to the CFO, this hands-on leader owns the close calendar, balance sheet reconciliations and supporting workpapers, cleans up legacy balances, and keeps the books accurate across several legal entities. The role also supports due diligence and the accounting for future acquisitions, and works closely with the accounting team, operations and technology leaders to improve how revenue, payroll and event data flow into the general ledger.

Who We Are

Prep Network (https://prepnetwork.com/) is a sports company that connects high school athletes with college coaches. Through our nine brands, we publish over 4,000 articles each month and actively scout talented athletes across the U.S. We aim to discover and promote promising prospects who aspire to play at the collegiate level.

In addition to our content, Prep Network is the top event operator in the U.S., hosting 200+ tournaments annually. We offer a combination of top-tier competitions and extensive media exposure for attending teams. Our 250+ showcases each year provide a platform for over 10,000+ prospects to compete in front of colleges, scouts, and media outlets.

We’re pumped to have been named one of the "Best Places to Work" by Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal (https://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/c/meet-our-2024-best-places-to-work-honorees/26867/best-places-to-work-prep-network.html) for five years running, and to land a spot on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies. Prep Network isn’t your average sports company; we’re all about helping student-athletes succeed and creating an awesome workplace.

Core Responsibilities

• Month-end close and reconciliations: Owns a timely, complete monthly close, including all balance sheet reconciliations, journal entry reviews, system-to-ledger reconciliations, and delivery of the financial package.

• Internal controls and reporting integrity: Designs, documents, and tests financial controls and keeps accounting policies and SOPs current, reporting any gaps and remediation progress to the CFO.

• Multi-Entity Accounting: Maintains the books for multiple legal entities, ensuring revenue, expenses, and cash are recorded in the correct entity and reviewing intercompany balances, allocations, eliminations, and consolidation each month.

• Acquisitions & Growth: Partners with the CFO on models, scenarios, and diligence for strategic transactions, then brings acquired entities into the company’s close, controls, and reporting calendar.

• Systems, Process & Team: Drives close efficiency through ERP automation and integrations, coaches accounting staff, and supports budgeting, forecasting, and year-end projects.

Must-Haves in a Candidate

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field.

• At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including month-end close ownership and balance sheet reconciliations.

• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP, including revenue recognition (ASC 606) and accrual, prepaid and capitalization accounting.

• Experience with multi-entity accounting, intercompany transactions and consolidation in a cloud ERP.

• Experience preparing audit-ready workpapers and supporting an external audit.

• Advanced Excel skills; comfortable working with large transaction data sets.

• Experience writing process narratives, SOPs or accounting policy memos.

• Local to Twin Cities, Minnesota.

Nice-to-Haves in a Candidate

• CPA license, or active CPA candidate, and public accounting experience.

• Experience with subscription or SaaS revenue, payment processors, and event or project-based revenue.

• Experience with acquisition accounting (ASC 805), due diligence or quality of earnings support.

• Experience with Acumatica and Excel-based reporting add-ons such as Velixo, or comparable ERPs.

• Experience designing or documenting internal controls in a growing company.

• Experience using AI-assisted or automated tools to speed reconciliations and reporting.

• Experience with EOS, Acumatica, and Claude.

• Experience with Slack and Asana systems is also a plus.

Work Eligibility

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship. Only U.S. citizens will be considered for this role at this time.

Benefits and Perks

At Prep Network, we take pride in our culture and commitment to creating an exceptional workplace environment. Here are some of the benefits and perks you can expect when you join our team:

• Vibrant Culture . Prep Network has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work for five years running, thanks to our vibrant and inclusive culture. We’re passionate about bringing on board curious, self-motivated individuals who work hard and genuinely enjoy their work.

• Autonomy. We trust our team members to excel in their roles. Rather than micromanaging, we provide you with the tools and processes needed for success, allowing you the freedom to bring your role to life and make a meaningful impact.

• Professional Growth. We prioritize your professional development. We actively support and encourage you to invest in your personal and professional growth.

• Comprehensive Benefits. We offer comprehensive health benefits, a 401(k) with Safe Harbor matching, long-term disability, and Basic Life Insurance. Work arrangements are flexible; whether you're in our Plymouth, MN office or working remotely from your home, we trust you to do great work from wherever you do it best.

• Competitive Compensation. Targeted salary is $90,000 to $105,000. The starting salary will depend on the skills and applicable experience you bring to this role.

Prep Network's success is driven by its people. By hiring and supporting A-players, you will directly influence the experience of thousands of athletes and coaches we serve annually. Join our dynamic team, where we value your individuality, foster professional growth, and provide a diverse range of benefits. Discover a workplace where you can thrive, learn, and make a meaningful impact on our shared journey.

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