Manager of Accounting - Mitchell & Ness

Fanatics • Philadelphia, PA

19d

About The Position

At Fanatics Commerce, we’re more than just a leader in licensed sports merchandise – we’re a team united by a relentless passion for our fans and a commitment to innovation. We live by our BOLD Leadership principles: We Build Championship Teams, we’re Obsessed with Fans , we embrace a Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit , and we approach every challenge with a Determined and Relentless Mindset . If you’re ready to contribute to a dynamic, fast-paced environment that thrives on collaboration and growth, we want you to be part of our team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Advanced Excel proficiency (Pivot Tables, VLookups).
• Strong collaboration skills to work with leadership and global teams.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to process improvement.

Nice To Haves

• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) preferred.
• Prior experience in supervisory or leadership roles strongly preferred.
• Experience with NetSuite or Oracle a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting operations for Mitchell & Ness, ensuring accurate daily, weekly, and monthly financial reporting.
• Oversee preparation and review of journal entries, accruals, and expense allocations.
• Manage recurring schedules and deliverables related to the month-end close process.
• Identify trends, analyze variances, and recommend strategic actions to improve financial performance.
• Recommend updates to accounting policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Oversee preparation of intercompany schedules and partner with Fanatics Corporate Accounting on reconciliations.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on business processes tied to assigned general ledger accounts.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, company policies, and SOX requirements.
• Partner cross-functionally across departments to support business growth and improve financial workflows.
• Prepare and review ad hoc analyses, reporting requests, and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• We provide a wide range of health, financial, legal, and development assistance, including wellness programs with fitness and weight management partners, paid maternity paternity leave, and infertility treatment.
• Additionally, we offer flexible time off to help you recharge, along with a competitive 401k plan to support your financial future.
• At Fanatics, we’re dedicated to supporting you in all aspects of work and life.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager