Sports Rights Accountant

About the Position

We are looking for a Sports Rights Accountant to join our team at Sportradar, the world’s leading sports technology company. In this role, you will support the end-to-end accounting of sports rights and leases in line with IFRS and SOX.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze sports rights and lease contracts (new acquisitions, renewals, and amendments) to support their accounting treatment, including fixed and variable payments, capitalization date, extension and termination clauses, and value-in-kind components.
• Perform data entries, postings, reconciliations, and supporting schedules for new, renewed, and amended contracts.
• Maintain detailed records of all sports rights and lease contracts, payments, and related accounting calculations.
• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close for sports rights and leases.
• Prepare accruals, prepayments, amortization schedules, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Perform net present value and discounted cash flow calculations, discounting contractual license payments at the incremental borrowing rate plus country risk premium.
• Adjust monthly accruals for variable content and revenue share agreements based on business-provided forecasts, actuals, and supporting inputs.
• Support the completeness of the monthly financial package and its compliance with SOX, GAAP/IFRS, and statutory requirements for sports rights and leases.
• Prepare audit support and documentation for internal and external auditors, and respond to accounting queries in your area.
• Identify process improvements and contribute to the standardization and automation of contract review, data entry, calculations, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Work with Accounting, Corporate Systems, FP&A, and Partnerships to resolve payment, contract, and other financial issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years in accounting or a similar financial position.
• Hands-on operational accounting experience and practical experience with standard ERP systems.
• Prior SOX experience is a plus.
• Experience in a similar industry or at a Big4 firm is a plus.
• Good understanding of GAAP/IFRS; practical knowledge of IFRS 16 Leases and IAS 38 Intangible Assets is a strong plus.
• Experience with net present value and discounted cash flow calculations is desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; able to work with large data sets.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Able to manage multiple priorities, maintain clear documentation, and meet recurring reporting deadlines.
• Fluent English (at least B2/C1).

Systems you’ll work with

• Microsoft Dynamics
• OneStream
• Jira
• AuditBoard

We Offer

• Work for and shape one of the fastest-growing digital sports companies in the world.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Investment in your continued development.
• Work in an international team collaborating with colleagues from all over the world.

About the Company

We’re the world’s leading sports technology company, at the intersection between sports, media, and betting. More than 1,700 sports federations, media outlets, betting operators, and consumer platforms across 120 countries rely on our know-how and technology to boost their business.

Work Location

This position is on-site in Ukraine. We operate on a fully on-site model, with team members working in the office 4 days a week to build relationships, exchange ideas, and grow together. Certain exemptions may apply depending on location-your local point of contact can provide further details.

Additional Information

The minimum monthly salary for this position is according to the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Overpayment will be considered depending on qualifications and working experience.

At Sportradar, we celebrate our diverse group of hardworking employees. Sportradar is committed to ensuring equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We encourage you to apply even if you only meet most of the requirements (but not 100% of the listed criteria)-we believe skills evolve over time. If you’re willing to learn and grow with us, we invite you to join our team!