Atlanta Braves Hiring For Accounting – Accounts Payable Trainee at Atlanta, GA Full Time

The Atlanta Braves Trainee Program is designed for applicants who are interested in beginning a career in professional sports. Each year, the program hires individuals from around the nation with diverse backgrounds who are ambitious, intelligent and creative candidates to work in a department from January to November. This opportunity provides valuable experience in the day-to-day operations of a professional sports franchise, and it not only gives the opportunity to work in a Front Office environment, but also to build a network with those in the sports industry who can provide guidance, advice, and possible connections for job opportunities upon completion of the program.

Trainees are expected to work 37.5 hours per week and may have additional game day responsibilities, depending on department and assignments. The individuals who participate in this program are non-exempt, paid hourly, eligible for overtime, and are benefit-eligible after 60 days (medical, dental, vision).

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Accounting and Finance Department supports all aspects of the Braves Front Office operations. We partner with department leaders to support the major league baseball team, game day operations, minor league affiliates, spring training operations in North Port, international baseball operations, The Battery, special events, sales, marketing, and administrative functions. Our team works with department leaders to ensure operations run smoothly and to provide financial decision support. We are passionate about the company and work to support its success in all areas daily. Come be a part of our team today!

The Accounting Accounts Payable Trainee will primarily support the Assistant Controller, Baseball, by assisting in processing invoices and expense reports, vendor maintenance, month-end reporting and controls, and participating in accounting process improvement projects. This position will have a unique opportunity to work with many departments within the baseball organization to understand their financial drivers and learn the operations of the department.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Accounts Payable Day-to-Day Tasks

• Research and answer vendor, employee and department questions regarding status of accounts and payments
• Review vendor statements for accuracy and completeness
• Support vendor set-up through the Braves ERP system, Workday
• Accurately review, code and process vendor invoices, check requests, and expense reports in accordance with Braves policies and procedures
• Perform vendor maintenance such as vendor set-up and vendor changes within Workday
• Review and reconcile invoice discrepancies

Accounting Month-End Close and Process Improvements

• Support Retail accountant with inventory invoice and voucher matching
• Assist with month-end accounting accruals
• Assist with accounts payable related reconciliations
• Ad hoc requests, including process improvement projects

TRAINEE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:

• College graduate, Bachelor’s or Master’s, with a GPA of at least 3.0 at graduation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively and relate well with individuals of diverse backgrounds and within all levels of the company
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Customer service oriented
• Excellent executive presence
• Must complete a background check

ADDITIONAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• 4-year degree with concentration in accounting
• Sports industry experience a plus, not required
• Intermediate Excel skills
• Good communication and personal skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Ability to analyze and solve business problems
• Basic working knowledge of GAAP
• Strong analytical skills
• Workday Financials system knowledge a plus

The Atlanta National League Baseball Club, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. A diverse workforce representing varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences is key to delivering on our business promise to our fans and the communities we serve. All qualified candidates are welcome to apply.

If you are disabled as defined by the Americans With Disabilities Act and require a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your online application, including making a change to the application process, please contact our Human Resources team at [email protected]

Effective January 10, 2022, the Atlanta Braves will require all US-based employees in the Scouting and Player Development departments to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment and provide proof of such vaccination prior to the commencement of employment. Employees in all other departments are not required but are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated, and we do require a vaccine to participate in certain activities and to obtain a premium reduction for our health benefit plans. Employees choosing not to obtain a vaccine will be notified of any limitations on their work activities if applicable. Requests for reasonable accommodations should be directed to [email protected].