Director Accounting PTP Commerce

Fanatics

Jacksonville (FL)

Hybrid

USD 180,000 - 260,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Fanatics is seeking a PTP Director to lead North America Procure-to-Pay operations, spanning invoice processing, payments, vendor support, and AP month-end close. You will partner with Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Technology to drive transformation initiatives, establish scalable controls, and steer a high-performing, globally distributed team.

The role emphasizes AI-enabled insights, process automation, and continuous improvement to optimize cash flow and vendor terms in a

Qualifications

Minimum of 10 years of progressive financial accounting experience with retail, manufacturing, or consumer products.
Proven experience leading large-scale PTP or AP operations in a global, fast-paced environment.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, compliance requirements, and financial systems.
Demonstrated ability to drive process transformation, automation, and operational efficiency at scale.
Exceptional leadership skills with experience managing remote and cross-functional teams across geographies.
CPA, CMA, or MBA a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead North America Procure-to-Pay operations, including invoice processing, payments, vendor support, and AP month-end close.
Build and scale a globally distributed AP team aligned with Fanatics’ values and high-performance culture.
Partner with Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Technology to drive transformation, automation, and controls.
Establish SLAs and KPIs, optimize working capital and vendor terms, and ensure timely financial close.
Drive AI-enabled insights and automation to improve efficiency and outcomes across PTP operations.

Skills

Financial accounting

Global PTP/AP

Automation

Leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Accounting

Job description

Fanatics Commerce is the global leader in licensed sports merchandise, operating a vertically integrated platform that designs, manufactures, and delivers officially licensed apparel, jerseys, headwear, and collectibles for major leagues, teams, and events worldwide. With more than 900 e-commerce sites and a global omnichannel presence across digital, in-venue, and retail, Fanatics Commerce reaches fans in over 180 countries and powers official fan experiences for many of the world's most iconic sports properties.

At Fanatics, we bring our BOLD Leadership Principles to life every day - building championship teams, obsessing over fans, acting with entrepreneurial speed, and delivering with a determined and relentless mindset.

Role Overview

The PTP Director – Fanatics Commerce leads North America Procure-to-Pay operations - encompassing invoice processing, payments, vendor support, and AP month-end close - for a fast-growing, multi-brand commerce business. The role partners closely with Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Technology to drive transformation initiatives, build scalable controls, and lead a high-performing, globally distributed team. The PTP Director – Fanatics Commerce delivers business and fan impact through BOLD leadership and execution excellence, leveraging data, automation, and AI-enabled insights.

How Will You Drive Impact

Success is measured by the ability to deliver results through BOLD capabilities and measurable outcomes.

Team & Leadership Impact (Build Championship Teams)

Cross-Functional Leadership

Partner with Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Technology to align PTP processes and deliver enterprise-wide efficiencies.
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on PTP strategy, performance, and transformation priorities.
Collaborate with external vendors and internal stakeholders to optimize working capital and payment strategies.

People Leadership

Build, develop, and retain a high-performing team aligned with company values and a culture of accountability.
Lead and scale a globally distributed AP team, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement across geographies.
Attract and develop top talent capable of supporting the organization's rapid growth trajectory.

Fan & Customer Impact (Obsessed with Fans)

Ensure vendor and supplier payment processes run with accuracy and efficiency, enabling uninterrupted product flow that ultimately reaches fans on time.
Establish and consistently meet Service Level Agreements and Key Performance Indicators that reflect a commitment to operational excellence.
Strengthen vendor relationships through proactive support and transparent communication, building trust across the supply ecosystem.
Optimize cash flow and vendor terms to support the financial health that underlies Fanatics Commerce's ability to serve fans at scale.

Innovation & Problem Solving (Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit)

Champion automation and digital tools to streamline PTP workflows and enhance scalability across a multi-brand, global operation.
Drive process transformation initiatives that modernize AP operations and support continued organizational growth.
Support the implementation of new finance and accounting systems to enable global process harmonization.
Identify and resolve operational bottlenecks by applying creative, data-informed approaches to process design and execution.

Ownership & Execution (Determined & Relentless Mindset)

Develop and implement best-in-class processes, policies, and controls for end-to-end PTP operations.
Own AP month-end close activities, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and on-time delivery in a fast-paced environment.
Monitor and enforce SLAs and KPIs, holding the team accountable to measurable performance standards.
Drive working capital improvements through disciplined management of vendor terms, payment strategies, and cash flow optimization.

AI & DIGITAL CAPABILITY

We are building a future-ready organization. This role is expected to:

Apply AI and technology to improve efficiency, quality, and outcomes
Use data and digital tools to inform decisions and enhance performance
Demonstrate curiosity and adaptability in adopting new technologies and ways of working
Contribute to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement

Required Qualifications

CAPABILITIES & EXPERIENCE YOU BRING

Minimum of 10 years of progressive financial accounting experience with a retail, manufacturing, or consumer products company.
Proven experience leading large-scale PTP or AP operations in a global, fast-paced environment.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, compliance requirements, and financial systems.
Demonstrated ability to drive process transformation, automation, and operational efficiency at scale.
Exceptional leadership skills with experience managing remote and cross-functional teams across geographies.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities with a track record of influencing senior stakeholders.
CPA, CMA, or MBA a plus.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field required.

WORK LOCATION

Hybrid: The primary place of performance of this role is the Company's office located in Jacksonville, FL, subject to the Company's current hybrid work policy. This role currently requires in-office presence Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.

At Fanatics, we operate with a BOLD mindset - 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 Us

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.

About The Team

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, 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: