Accounting Intern

Job Description

Intern, Accounting | Diamond Baseball Holdings

The Tone:
This is an internship at Reading Fightin Phils, located in Reading, PA. As the Double-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies and part of Diamond Baseball Holdings, the organization is committed to delivering exciting baseball, rich tradition, and engaging experiences for fans. Diamond Baseball Holdings is a leading sports and entertainment company that owns and operates nearly 50 Minor League Baseball clubs and premier venues across North America, aiming to redefine amazing nights out through baseball, special events, and community-driven experiences. This Accounting Intern role is crucial for supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the Reading Fightin Phils, offering a significant opportunity to gain practical accounting experience and a deep understanding of the financial landscape within a storied Minor League Baseball organization.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship / Volunteer
• Location: In-person Reading, PA

• Mission: Support the day-to-day financial operations of the organization, ensuring accurate accounts and comprehensive financial reporting for a Minor League Baseball club.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Accounts Payable & Receivable: Process daily and weekly accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, ensuring timely and accurate financial record-keeping for the organization.
• Cash Management: Participate in game day cash room operations, performing cash handling and reconciliation procedures to ensure accuracy of game day revenues.
• General Ledger Reconciliation: Assist in the thorough review and reconciliation of general ledger accounts, actively identifying and addressing any discrepancies to maintain financial integrity.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare detailed financial analyses and reports, providing essential insights to support both accounting activities and broader business operations of the club.
• Documentation & Record-Keeping: Maintain comprehensive schedules and supporting documentation for all revenue and expenses, including specific details related to team travel and sponsorships.
• Bank Transaction Oversight: Review and accurately record daily bank transactions, promptly reporting any identified discrepancies to management.
• Interdepartmental Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with other departments within the organization to gather necessary financial data and support overall accounting needs.
• Front Office Support & Learning: Assist front office staff with various tasks as they arise and actively shadow other departments to gain a holistic understanding of Minor League Baseball operations.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level professional or current upperclassman actively pursuing a Bachelor’s degree, or a recent college graduate holding a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related quantitative field, seeking direct experience in sports finance.
• Experience: A demonstrated interest in developing practical accounting skills and gaining a foundational understanding of financial operations within a professional sports organization.
• Skills: Foundational understanding of basic accounting principles, meticulous attention to detail in financial data review, strong organizational skills for maintaining accurate records, ability to identify and reconcile discrepancies, and effective communication for interdepartmental collaboration.