Intern - Manufacturing Accounting Intern

Internship Dates: May 26 - July 31

Internship Location: Tampa, Florida

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.

About The Role

The Cost Accounting Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting inventory accounting and financial reporting within a dynamic, growth-oriented environment. This role provides exposure to technical accounting, inventory valuation, and cross-functional collaboration with supply chain and finance partners, offering a strong foundation in operational accounting and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support the inventory accounting team with technical accounting tasks, including 3PL inventory reconciliations, inventory valuation work, and month‑end close activities.
• Assist in financial reporting for inventory‑related accounts by preparing schedules, updating reports, and ensuring data accuracy across systems.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of inventory accounting policies, controls, and documentation.
• Participate in valuation analyses, including inventory revaluations and standard cost updates
• Help with financial diligence and integration activities related to inventory when applicable.
• Observe and learn from experienced accounting and supply chain professionals to understand end‑to‑end inventory flows.
• Complete assigned project tasks and actively participate in team discussions to support ongoing initiatives.
• Prepare clear written summaries or financial analyses that communicate findings, discrepancies, and recommendations.
• Run and analyze inventory related reports
• Assist with accruals for inventory‑related expenses
• Support balance sheet reconciliations for inventory and related accounts, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Take ownership of assigned responsibilities and follow through to completion with accuracy and attention to detail.
  
  

Requirements

• Pursuing or completed a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or the equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience
• Preferred Cumulative GPA: 3.3
• Preferred Major GPA: 3.3
• General understanding and application knowledge of accounting rules under US GAAP
• Prior work experience in technical accounting, financial reporting, or deal work is preferred
• Strong analytical, statistical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage, prioritize, and effectively meet deadlines
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced, high-growth and often ambiguous environments