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As a Senior Accountant, you'll play a key role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our financial reporting processes. You'll take ownership of critical areas of the monthly close, serve as a trusted partner across compensation-related accounting activities, and help strengthen the foundation of our General Ledger operations. Working cross-functionally, you'll drive process improvements, execute and enhance financial controls, and contribute to projects that support scalability as we continue to grow. Your work will directly influence the efficiency, accuracy, and reliability of our accounting operations.
What you'll do as a Senior Accountant
- Own designated areas of the monthly close process, ensuring timely, accurate, and complete financial reporting.
- Serve as a key stakeholder for compensation-related accounting activities, including analysis, reporting, and coordination with cross-functional partners.
- Execute and continuously refine newly implemented controls to strengthen compliance, accuracy, and operational effectiveness.
- Prepare, review, and maintain account reconciliations, resolving discrepancies and ensuring the integrity of financial data.
- Identify opportunities to improve month-end close processes and implement solutions that increase efficiency and scalability.
- Assist with all aspects of General Ledger maintenance, including journal entries, account analysis, and supporting documentation.
- Partner with Finance and other business teams to support accounting projects, process enhancements, and evolving business initiatives.
- Contribute to the development of best practices that improve the overall control environment and support high-quality financial reporting.
What you'll bring
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- At least 4 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a fast-paced and high-growth environment.
- Strong knowledge of General Ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
- Experience supporting compensation-related accounting activities, including accruals, analysis, and reporting.
- Familiarity with internal controls and a demonstrated ability to execute and improve accounting processes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build effective partnerships across teams.
- A proactive mindset and a commitment to continuously improving processes, controls, and financial operations.
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We're a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston. As a regulated gaming company, you may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment. Don't worry, we'll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is 84,600.00 USD - 105,800.00 USD, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable. Our ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The compensation information displayed on each job posting reflects the range for new hire pay rates for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range and how that was determined during the hiring process. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- At least 4 years of progressive accounting experience.
- Experience within a fast-paced and high-growth environment.
- Strong knowledge of General Ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
- Experience supporting compensation-related accounting activities, including accruals, analysis, and reporting.
- Familiarity with internal controls and ability to execute and improve accounting processes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to build effective partnerships across teams.
- Proactive mindset and commitment to continuously improving processes, controls, and financial operations.
- Ability to obtain a state-issued gaming license if required for the role.
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What are DraftKings's perks and benefits like?
DraftKings offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial wellbeing, and work-life balance. This includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with mental health resources, wellness programs, and flexible paid time off. Employees also receive family support benefits, including 14 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for all global team members, as well as fertility, adoption, and childcare support.
Financial benefits include a 401(k) with company match, equity opportunities, and professional development support.
In addition, DraftKings provides workplace perks such as free meals and snacks, commuter benefits, and a collaborative, fast-paced culture with hybrid or remote flexibility depending on the role.
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What We Do
It's simple, at DraftKings, we believe life is more fun when you're in on the action. For that reason, we’re committed to responsibly creating the world’s favorite games and betting experiences. We’re developing the most innovative and entertaining real money products and offers; to forever transform how people experience sports; to be a fully vertically integrated sports betting operator. It's our ultimate goal to build the best, most trusted, and most customer-centric destination for our players. We’re defining what it means to build and deliver the most extraordinary sports and entertainment experiences. Our global team is trailblazing new markets, developing cutting-edge products, and shaping the future of responsible gaming.
Why Work With Us
Here, “impossible” isn’t part of our vocabulary. You’ll face some of the toughest but most rewarding challenges of your career. They’re worth it. Channeling your inner grit will accelerate your growth, help us win as a team, and create unforgettable moments for our customers. Ready to own what’s next?
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