At Academy Sports + Outdoors our vision is to be the best sports + outdoors retailer in the country — but what truly sets us apart is our people. We’re a passionate, purpose-driven team that’s as committed to each other as we are to our customers.
We’ve spent over 80 years building a culture that puts people first. We believe in creating opportunities for growth, fostering meaningful connections, and supporting every Team Member’s journey. What fuels us? Our belief in the power of fun.
Here, you won’t just help customers gear up for their next adventure — you’ll launch one of your own. Whether you're starting out or leveling up, Academy is a place where fun can’t lose!
What You Will Work OnYou’ll help keep store sales data accurate by auditing transactions, researching issues, and resolving discrepancies. Your work supports fast, reliable financial reporting that keeps business operations running smoothly. Each day brings new opportunities to analyze data, strengthen systems, and improve the customer experience.
Review sales activity in the Oracle Retail Sales Audit Module, process funding research, and monitor chargebacks. Collaboration with store teams will help resolve inquiries and identify trends that need attention. By managing time‑sensitive tasks with accuracy and focus, you’ll play a key part in maintaining data integrity.
Who You Will Work WithPartner closely with store teams, merchant services, and business partners who rely on accurate sales data. Communication flows daily between Sales Audit, Stores, and cross‑functional groups as you work together to resolve issues and maintain reliable financial information. You’ll also collaborate with team members within Sales Audit to share knowledge, support process improvements, and maintain a high‑performing, customer‑focused environment.
What You BringBring your energy, your ideas, and your love for sports and the outdoors.
Associates degree in a related field
Minimum of 2 years of equivalent professional experience; retail experience preferred
Experience using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) accounting systems such as PeopleSoft or Oracle
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn new systems quickly
Ability to build positive working relationships with business teams
Strong analytical and research skills with attention to detail
Ability to work well under pressure and meet time‑sensitive deadlines
Effective listening, written, and verbal communication skills
Highly organized, self‑starter who can work with minimal supervision
A team-first attitude; while your core duties are your priority, you're happy to step in wherever you're needed
Ability to work productively in an office environment
Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial information
Ability to meet deadlines while managing multiple priorities
Regular in-office attendance is required
Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties
Ability to adhere to company policies and professional standards
Advanced Excel Skills, Analysis, Time Management, Communication, Problem Solving, Details-Oriented, Business Intelligence
Equal Employment OpportunityAcademy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.
Skills Required
- Associate degree in a related field
- Minimum of 2 years of equivalent professional experience
- Experience using ERP accounting systems such as PeopleSoft or Oracle
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn new systems quickly
- Ability to build positive working relationships with business teams
- Strong analytical and research skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet time-sensitive deadlines
- Effective listening, written, and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized and able to work with minimal supervision
- Retail experience
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial information
- Regular in-office attendance
Academy Sports + Outdoors Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Academy Sports + Outdoors and has not been reviewed or approved by Academy Sports + Outdoors.
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Retirement Support — A dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 6% and an employee stock purchase plan are consistently presented as core strengths. These features stand out within big-box retail and are frequently highlighted as valuable parts of total compensation.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A 20% merchandise discount, pay-on-demand access to wages, and tuition reimbursement provide tangible everyday value. Onsite gym access in Katy corporate/DC locations and vendor discount networks further enhance lifestyle perks.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, paid holidays, and defined maternity and parental leave are part of the standard package. Materials also indicate PTO availability for some part-time store roles in certain situations.
Academy Sports + Outdoors Insights
What We Do
At Academy Sports + Outdoors, we believe in the power of fun. And we believe in helping our customers have more of it. With a wide assortment of sporting and outdoors gear, Academy offers the best brands under one roof — curated to make the most of every budget. Day in and day out, our 20,000+ Team Members bring a sense of adventure, energy, and passion to work. Understanding our people and the things that matter to them has been at the core of Academy culture for over 80 years. We take pride in creating a workplace that values hard work, commitment, growth, and of course, FUN. Academy — headquartered in Katy, TX, a suburb of Houston — is one of the nation’s largest sporting goods and outdoor stores. We offer a broad assortment of quality hunting, fishing, and camping equipment and gear, as well as sports and leisure products, footwear, apparel, and much more. Originally founded in 1938 as a family business in Texas, Academy has grown to a wide network of stores across many states, with $6.8 billion in annual revenue.
