Sr. Cost Accountant

Performs discrete tasks working under close to moderate supervision with limited latitude for independent judgment and the ability to overcome minor obstacles while communicating problem areas to others. Consults with senior peers with the goal of continually building knowledge/experience while minimizing any risk. This role is focused on learning to apply standards, developing an understanding of the business, and advancing personal professional growth through certifications and tailored goal setting. The position nonetheless exercises delegated authority to make and implement decisions having broad implications for the business. Typically requires a minimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with experience in standard costing.

Responsible for monthly cost audits, supporting standard cost roll, recording general ledger journal entries, and conducting account reconciliations.

GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares and records general ledger journal entries.
• Performs monthly cost audits and provides support for the annual standard cost roll.
• Assist with monitoring and working with operations to obtain monthly metrics for inventory cycle counts.
• Support monthly standard cost variance analysis for purchase price variances, freight, and duties.
• Performs monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with financial year-end audit and SOX testing for costing.
• Support Oracle Implementation for Standard Costing.
• Assists the cost accounting team on special projects as assigned.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred or the equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience.

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of standard costing, accounting principles, financial statements, and analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills working with complex formulas. 
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and accounting software. 
• Ability to balance multiple tasks within a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and writing communication skills.
• Ability to work with multiple departments and levels within the organization.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in an organized manner and consistently follow up on tasks.
• Must be able to prioritize tasks and be flexible with changes in job duties.
• Willingness to take on new tasks and duties as assigned.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment is a plus. 

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. 

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