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!
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, MIS, Information Technology, or relevant field of study required
- FinOps Certified Practitioner certification preferred
Work Experiences:
- 4+ years of experience in IT Budgeting/Forecasting
- Information Technology and/or Project Management experience preferred
- 2+ years of experience in FinOps (Financial Operations), cloud financial management, IT Finance or a similar role
Skills:
- Effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to interface effectively with individuals at various levels
- Self-motivated with the discipline to work successfully both independently and within a team
- Ability to prioritize and remain organized in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Ability to work on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- Analytical with strong problem-solving abilities and creative resolution skills
- Detail-oriented with a focus on data accuracy
- Excellent at identifying anomalies in process or results
- Experience with enterprise solutions related to FinOps and IT Finance, including Oracle Financials, Apptio, Cloudability, and ServiceNow
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office programs, including Excel and Word
Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage IT Operational Budgets and Forecasts
- Prepare and present the monthly variance analysis for the IT Operational Budgets
- Partner with IT Leadership to provide input into TCO that assists with project management and decision-making
- Review Requisitions and Purchase Orders for correct accounting coding
- Collaborate with Accounting to manage correct amortization, accounts, and department distribution
- Review monthly accounting schedules and ensure accuracy
- Prepare monthly accruals
- Partner with IT stakeholders to process Pubic Cloud and Managed Services Invoices
- Drive cloud and SaaS cost optimization initiatives across cloud platforms and key SaaS tools
- Guide strategy with support renewals and commitments with consumption forecasts and optimization roadmaps
- Establish governance, KPIs, and cadences that make cost and usage data visible and actionable across teams
- Support continuous quality and service improvements to drive efficient business operations
- Develop a thorough understanding of policies, procedures, and safety rules
- Duties may change; team members may be required to perform other duties as assigned
Physical Requirements & Attendance
- Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties
- Adhere to company work hours, policies, procedures, and rules governing professional staff behavior
- Regular in-office attendance is required.
Academy 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.
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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.
