Staff Accountant

ID

2026-4832

# of Openings

1

Category

Finance & Accounting

Company : Name

US-NY-Purchase

Who We Are

We are Tennis! The USTA (United States Tennis Association) is the national governing body for the sport of tennis and the leader in promoting and developing the sport’s growth on every level in the United States, from local communities to the crown jewel of the professional game, the US Open.

Why Work for the USTA?

We are a passionate team of staff and volunteers focused on growing the sport of tennis and making it accessible to all. We are committed to removing barriers and creating opportunities for ALL to participate. Don’t know tennis? Don't worry, you can still find yourself in the game!

The Role

The primary responsibility of this position is to help ensure that all accounting transactions and balance sheet reconciliations for the Organization are processed timely and accurately. This position is responsible for reconciling numerous cash bank accounts as well as assisting in reconciling an approximately $390 million investment portfolio containing alternative and private equity investments on a monthly basis.

Responsibilities

Cash Accounts and Investments:

• Monthly updating and reconciliation of various cash and investment accounts to the General Ledger, including “Balance Sheet” reconciliations for review by the Assistant Controller. The senior accountant will be responsible for all the account analysis for each balance sheet account.
• Prepare all Cash Book and accounts receivable payment entries.
• Manage month-end closing process for cash book and assist investments within the five-day close, including preparation of all month-end journal entries necessary to record non-departmental transactions. Preparation of monthly reconciliation of investment activity/balances to general ledger.
• Assist in managing the investment template, ensuring fund manager statements tie to our investment custodian statements and advisor statements on a monthly basis. Included in this is managing the timeline and checklist for all received investment statements on a monthly basis.
• Assist with other month end close duties like corporate allocations, AMEX monthly reconciliation and postings.
• Assist with facilitating monthly meetings with the Association’s investment record keeper in an effort to actively manage the relationship between both parties.
• On a monthly basis analyze stale dated checks and handle each in accordance with established process.

Purser and US Open:

• For the US Open perform the following:
  • Assist with the meal and merchandise gift card program at the US Open. This includes organizing cards, activating cards before and during the US Open and distributing cards from the purser office during the event.
  • Daily reconciliation of merchandise sales during the Open. Compare sales report to inventory control sheet and mark variances.
  • Audit concession and merchandise registers at least once during the event ensuring all registers are complying with sales report/planned register report. Create memos noting any variances.
  • Assist purser’s office during the event. Reconciling payments made to players, answering phones, making copies etc.

Value added support managing resources and other:

• Ad hoc projects for Professional Tennis, Accounting & Finance or Chief Executive as necessary.
• Assist with interim and year-end audits, as needed

Who You Are

• AA degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience preferred in related position.
• Knowledge of Excel, Word
• Experience with automated GL system (Lawson)
• Position is considered non-exempt.
• This position is designated as hybrid/Flex; in Westchester County Office and may allow for both remote and on-site work. Any such position must meet the current USTA hybrid/flex requirements as updated from time to time. Please consult HR for the most current policy.

What We Offer

At the USTA, we know people are our most important asset. For this reason, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of a diverse workforce!

• Flexibility: Our Hybrid with Flexibility approach combines a balance of remote working with in-office collaboration to spark teamwork and creativity.
• Comprehensive benefits designed to meet your unique needs: Medical, dental, vision, access to doctors virtually, a flexible spending account to manage your health and dependent care expenses, and life and disability insurance are a small part of our offerings.
• Time to recharge and energize: Generous paid time off policy - including vacation, sick, personal, and paid holidays, parental leave, and a paid winter recess.
• Plan for your future financially and professionally: 401(k) with employer matching (up to 6.5%), promotional and growth opportunities, Learning and Development programs to learn on the job, and up to $5,000 for tuition reimbursement.
• Mental and emotional wellness: Resources for overall well-being, including mental health and meditation benefits.
• Other cool perks: A personalized health management program, pet insurance, commuter benefits, identity theft protection, discounts with our network of partners, and fun events are just a few of the optional benefits available.

The expected range for the base salary for this position is $55,000 - $75,000. This range does not include any additional pay or benefits for which a person may qualify. The actual base salary offered is determined by several variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, the years of relevant experience, their unique skills, and the location from which they will be performing the job.

Come One, Come All

We strongly encourage you to apply if you’re interested; we'd love to learn how you can “serve” our team with your unique experience!

USTA is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals, regardless of age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, family status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.