Intern, Accounting & Finance

USA Baseball; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Baseball in Cary, NC is seeking an Intern, Accounting & Finance to support the Assistant Director in implementing accounting policies, handling merchandise and ticketing systems, and ensuring accurate financial information across national events and retail operations.

This full-time internship (May 2027–Aug 2027) offers hands-on exposure to internal controls, accounts payable/receivable, and inventory reconciliation, with on-site work and domestic travel covered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related business field.
• Detail-oriented with strong accuracy in financial processes.
• Weekday and weekend availability to support USA Baseball events.
• Able to balance multiple responsibilities in a dynamic environment.
• Professionalism and integrity in all work.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing accounting policies and procedures to ensure accurate financial tracking.
• Help design and implement record-keeping systems and internal controls.
• Log accounting entries and work with financial software platforms.
• Support accounts payable and receivable operations for timely workflows.
• Contribute to merchandise, ticketing, and inventory reconciliation.
• Travel to Arizona to oversee on-site financial operations during the National Team Championships.
• Oversee financial operations at events hosted at the National Training Complex in Cary, NC.
• Support additional USA Baseball events and cross-department initiatives.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organized

Analytical thinking

Adaptable

Strong work ethic

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related business field

Tools

Excel

Job description

At USA Baseball, we are on the lookout for passionate people who truly believe in our mission and values, ready to take charge in Leading the Growth of Our Pastime’s Future®. As the national governing body for baseball in the United States, we are all about teamwork and embrace a fast-paced, demanding, and rewarding environment befitting of our national pastime. If you lead off with authenticity, are ready to slide in headfirst, value diversity and inclusion, and can acknowledge a broader vision, then we want you on our team!

The Intern, Accounting & Finance will report to, and work alongside, the Assistant Director to implement USA Baseball’s accounting policies and financial procedures. This position plays a critical role in supporting the organization’s financial operations, assisting with merchandise and ticketing systems, contributing to inventory and event reconciliations, and ensuring the smooth and accurate flow of financial information. You will gain hands‑on experience with accounting systems, internal controls, and event‑based financial management while supporting USA Baseball’s national events, retail environments, and organizational operations.

Position Details:

Full-time hours (40+ hours/week)

• - Duration: May 2027 – August 2027
• - On-site work required
• - Domestic travel required (all travel costs accrued during internship are covered by USA Baseball)

In This Role:

• - Assist in executing accounting policies and procedures to ensure accurate financial tracking and analysis.
• - Help design and implement record-keeping systems and internal accounting controls.
• - Log accounting entries and work with financial software platforms to gain practical accounting experience.
• - Support accounts payable and receivable operations to maintain precise and timely financial workflows.
• - Contribute to accounting tasks related to merchandise, ticketing systems, and inventory reconciliation.
• - Travel to Arizona to oversee on-site financial operations—including deposits, audits, and reconciliations—during the National Team Championships.
• - Oversee financial operations at events hosted at the USA Baseball National Training Complex in Cary, NC.
• - Support additional USA Baseball events, National Team programming, and cross-departmental initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications:

Worried that you do not meet every single requirement on the list below? Don’t be. If you're excited about this opportunity and our mission, At USA Baseball, we embrace inclusivity and are committed to building a team with diverse experiences and backgrounds.

• - You are currently pursuing or have recently completed a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related business field.
• - You are detail-oriented, organized, and committed to accuracy in financial processes.
• - You have weekday and weekend availability to support USA Baseball events, particularly those hosted at the National Training Complex.
• - You are adaptable and capable of balancing multiple responsibilities in a dynamic environment.
• - You demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and strong work ethic.
• - You can successfully complete a background check prior to employment.

Preferred:

• - Prior experience with accounting systems, bookkeeping, or financial reconciliation.
• - Familiarity with point-of-sale systems, ticketing platforms, or inventory management.
• - Strong Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.

Compensation:

Hourly

Equal Opportunity:

It is the policy of USA Baseball to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or creed, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Discrimination and unlawful harassment are not tolerated at USA Baseball.

USA Baseball is dedicated to building an authentic and inclusive workplace. If you are interested in an open position but are hesitant to apply because of your experience, You may be a great fit for USA Baseball and the right candidate for this position or other roles in our organization.

About USA Baseball:

Headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, USA Baseball serves as the national governing body for baseball in the United States. Since 1978, the organization has been dedicated to Leading the Growth of Our Pastime’s Future, supporting and protecting the game for its 15.6 million participants nationwide.

A proud member of the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) and the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC), USA Baseball’s national teams have earned 70 gold medals in international competition, including two Olympic gold medals and a World Baseball Classic title. Beyond competition, USA Baseball champions the sport’s growth and well-being through initiatives such as BASE (Baseball Athlete Safety Education), Fun At Bat, Pitch Smart, PLAY BALL, the Prospect Development Pipeline, and USABat. Additionally, it recognizes the nation’s top amateur baseball player each year with the prestigious Golden Spikes Award.

For more information about USA Baseball, its national teams, or its development initiatives, visit USABaseball.com or USABDevelops.com.

Due to the high volume of applications received, USA Baseball may not update all candidates on the status of their applications. Those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Please note that USA Baseball's offices will be closed from November 25, 2026 - November 27, 2026, and December 21, 2026 – January 1, 2027. Candidates may experience delayed responses from hiring managers during these breaks.