Accounting Compliance Lead

Accounting Compliance Lead Turn2Partners

• 3.8 Washington, DC Job Details Full-time $100,000
• $130,000 a year 22 hours ago Benefits Health insurance On-site gym Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off 401(k) 4% Match Work from home Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Tax reporting CPA Public accounting Tax accounting Corporate tax return preparation Financial performance report preparation Compliance reporting Bachelor's degree GAAP Financial regulatory audit coordination Financial compliance audits Non-profit accounting Research regulatory compliance Bachelor's degree in accounting Legal compliance Financial data analysis tools Regulatory compliance accounting Big 4 Technical accounting Audit support Excel data analysis Full Job Description A highly recognized national professional sports organization is seeking a Accounting Compliance Lead to serve as a key advisor and subject matter expert across accounting, regulatory compliance, tax, audit, and financial reporting functions.

This newly created position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of finance, compliance, operations, and executive leadership within a complex, multi-entity organization. The role provides broad exposure to senior leadership, affiliated entities, external advisors, and strategic business initiatives while offering significant ownership and visibility. The ideal candidate is a CPA with a strong background in tax compliance, financial reporting, audit management, technical accounting, and process improvement who enjoys solving complex problems in a dynamic, evolving environment. Why This Opportunity?

• Work for one of the most recognizable and respected organizations in professional sports
• Newly created, high-visibility role with significant influence and ownership
• Direct exposure to executive leadership and key business stakeholders
• Broad scope across tax, accounting, audit, regulatory compliance, and financial operations
• Opportunity to help modernize processes and build scalable compliance infrastructure
• Complex multi-entity environment providing diverse technical and operational challenges Position Overview The Compliance Lead will oversee tax and regulatory compliance, audit readiness, financial reporting support, and technical accounting initiatives across multiple affiliated entities.

This individual will serve as a trusted resource to finance leadership while ensuring compliance with evolving federal, state, and local regulations and maintaining best-in-class financial controls and reporting processes. Key Responsibilities Regulatory & Tax Compliance Lead the preparation, review, and filing of complex regulatory and tax filings, including: IRS Form 990 Partnership tax filings Sales and use tax returns Labor and regulatory reporting requirements State and local compliance submissions Monitor emerging tax and regulatory developments and assess organizational impact. Coordinate with external advisors and auditors to ensure compliance requirements are met. Audit & Financial Reporting Manage audit preparation activities and serve as a primary liaison during audit engagements. Support preparation and review of GAAP-compliant financial statements and disclosures. Research and resolve technical accounting issues and reporting matters. Assist with revenue recognition, financial reporting, and accounting policy implementation. Accounting & Operational Support Support month-end close activities, including: Journal entries Balance sheet reconciliations Accruals Financial analysis Evaluate financial processes, controls, and system functionality. Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reporting accuracy. Leadership & Process Improvement Promote accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement throughout the finance function. Lead cross-functional initiatives involving finance, operations, compliance, and leadership teams. Develop scalable processes, controls, and reporting structures to support organizational growth. Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Accounting. Active CPA required. 5+ years of progressive accounting, audit, tax, or compliance experience.

Strong hands-on experience with:

IRS Form 990 filings Tax and regulatory compliance Financial statement preparation Audit management Technical accounting research Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements. Experience supporting multi-entity organizations and complex compliance environments. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and complex financial analysis. Preferred Qualifications Public accounting experience within Audit or Tax. Experience with labor organization, nonprofit, association, trust, or multi-entity environments. Experience with Great Plains, cloud-based ERP systems, Power BI, Tableau, or similar reporting tools. Exposure to partnership taxation and multi-jurisdictional compliance requirements. Experience leading audits, compliance reviews, and cross-functional projects. Ideal Candidate Profile The successful candidate will be: A technical accounting and compliance expert Comfortable operating independently with limited oversight Highly detail-oriented while maintaining a strategic mindset Adaptable and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously A proactive problem solver who enjoys building processes and improving systems Effective at communicating complex financial matters to both finance and non-finance stakeholders If you're looking for a highly visible role where you can leverage your accounting, compliance, audit, and tax expertise while supporting a nationally recognized sports organization, we'd welcome the opportunity to connect.

Pay:

$100,000.00

• $130,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) 4% Match 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance On-site gym Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Work from home

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Accounting:

5 years (Required) Technical accounting: 1 year (Required) 990

Filing:

1 year (Required) Tax accounting: 1 year (Required) LM-2

Tax:

1 year (Preferred) Big 4: 1 year (Preferred) Public accounting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

CPA (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Washington, DC 20265 (Required)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20265