Accounting Intern

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic, hard-working intern with the ability to think creatively, be proactive, and make clear, well-reasoned decisions. We are looking for individuals who will go above and beyond to contribute to the success of this world-class organization. The successful applicant must also be able to work collaboratively as a team and be a self-starter.

Internship positions are competitive and are paid positions. The internship will run from the end of March through approximately mid-September and is based at our Jacksonville, FL office.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide accounting, processing, and analytical support for accounting activities.
• Assists with month-end close process including preparation of various journal entries and accruals of assigned areas
• Assist with the preparation of balance sheet account reconciliations
• Aggregate sales and royalty information from various systems and sources ensuring completeness and accuracy
• Provide support to finance, licensing, and other internal business partners, and obtain a working knowledge of all reporting requirements by partner/ league/ agency
• Develop knowledge of systems, data, and reporting tools as well as understanding of the business processes related to assigned general ledger accounts, including transaction flow
• Monitor and address payment discrepancies, scrutinize credit card charges, and document returns
• Communicate with clients regarding payments, refunds, and statements
• Actively seek professional guidance and constructive feedback, and display a desire to gain industry knowledge
• Be curious and analytical, and show both creativity and individual initiative while approaching problems with a solution-seeking mindset
• Demonstrate Fanatics core values and maintain an environment of mutual respect and collaboration
• Additional duties as assigned by the business vertical Manager:
  • Assist with audit requests from our external auditors
  • Generate accounting reports for senior management presentations on the topics of royalties and revenue share
  • Track payments related to tax preparation and actively pursue return resolutions
  • Verify the precision of financial statements, ensuring accuracy in the final figures

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Proactive, hard-working, intellectually curious, and results-oriented
• Must have good time management and communication skills, and have the ability to handle a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Word, PowerPoint; including Intermediate Excel skills (ability to use functions such pivot tables, lookups, IF statements, etc.)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting from an accredited 4-year college or university
• Completed intermediate Accounting I & II coursework highly preferred
• GPA 3.5 or higher
• Previous professional experience in bookkeeping/Accounting a plus

About Us

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally.

About the Team

Fanatics Commerce is a leading designer, manufacturer, and seller of licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods. It operates a vertically-integrated platform of digital and physical capabilities for leading sports leagues, teams, colleges, and associations globally - as well as its flagship site, www.fanatics.com.

Fanatics Commerce has a broad range of online, sports venue, and vertical apparel partnerships worldwide, including comprehensive partnerships with leading leagues, teams, colleges, and sports organizations across the world-including the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, Formula 1, and Australian Football League (AFL); the Dallas Cowboys, Golden State Warriors, Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United, Chelsea FC, and Tokyo Giants; the University of Notre Dame, University of Alabama, and University of Texas; the International Olympic Committee (IOC), England Rugby, and the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA).

At Fanatics Commerce, we infuse our BOLD Leadership Principles in everything we do:
• Build Championship Teams
• Obsessed with Fans
• Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Determined and Relentless Mindset