The National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) is the top professional women's soccer league in the USA, with 12 teams and 300+ of the best soccer players globally. In just its 10th season, the league continues to grow exponentially: In 2022, the NWSL shattered all-time fan attendance records, more than two dozen markets expressed demand for expansion teams, valuations of teams multiplied by double digits, several new C-suite executives were hired, and the league continues to receive unprecedented interest from sponsors and media partners alike. The future of the NWSL has never looked brighter.

Position Description

The Accounting Associate will be responsible for processing, verifying, and tracking invoices related to accounts payable, ensuring that invoices are paid in a timely manner. The role will support the Finance team with accounting functions as needed.

Primary Responsibilities

• Verify proper invoice documentation (W-9, NWSL New Vendor, and Contract/Receipts as needed, etc.) are received and attached to vendor record.
• Set up bills in Cashflow360 including the proper coding of bills.
• Process vendor Credit Memos.
• Verify and record vendor accounts service periods.
• Confirm vendor sub-contacts.
• Perform account analysis of general ledger accounts.
• Prepare Journal Entry's including attachments with confirming documentation.
• Special Projects as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree or relevant certification is a plus.
• 1-2 years of Accounting Experience is a plus.
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Well organized
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Intermediate knowledge of Excel
• Team Player

Hourly Rate: $25 per hour

Job Type: Seasonal/Temporary

Duration: 3 months

Location: Chicago, IL

NWSL salaries are contingent upon candidates' qualifications, functional business needs, and market financials.

NWSL is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.