At USA Triathlon, we believe that life is better when you swim, bike and run. USA Triathlon is the largest multisport organization in the world and the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic National Governing Body (NGB) for the sport of triathlon and other multisport disciplines. We spend every day thinking about ways to grow and support the sport. We’re building the most innovative service organization in sports and transforming lives by inspiring participation to help communities become healthier. We also represent our country at the highest levels of international competition, striving to win medals with class and integrity. We are re-defining the modern-day NGB by listening, collaborating and adapting our existing model. Service leadership, performance excellence, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion are central to our core values. We are all about going above and beyond to serve the triathlon community, and we work equally hard at serving our teammates. We are committed to be the best place to work in the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Movement by focusing on hiring, training, retaining and promoting talented, dedicated, passionate individuals who want to get better every day. Our benefits include an unlimited vacation policy, 100% paid medical benefits, 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match of up to 5% of your salary, a micro gym on-site and access to the U.S. Olympic Training Center. Come to Colorado Springs, rated as the “most desirable place to live in the U.S. In 2018” by a U.S. News & world report survey! Hone your skills and expertise while creating opportunities for triathletes to live their best lives. Summary:
The USA Triathlon (USAT) Finance internship is a unique and exciting opportunity to learn the dynamics of a National Governing Body (NGB), and be a part of the Olympic movement. The Finance intern works directly with the Finance department. During the semester, the intern will develop and apply skills unique to finance in the Non-Profit sporting sector. They will have hands on experience with the daily function of the finance department, have unique professional development opportunities not offered anywhere else, as well as have an impact in the world of Olympic sporting.
Essential Job Functions:
1. Learn the daily functions of the finance department including: a. Post Race: check in, file creation, & reconciling of events b. Accounts Payable: check processing, invoice filing & approval steps c. Accounts Receivable support & data entry 2 2. Be a part of a dynamic team that is essential to the growth of the organization 3. Build crystal reports 4. Account reconciling for EOM reporting
Qualifications:
• Educational Requirements: Enrolled in a Bachelor or Master’s degree program. • Excellent communication, organization, problem solving & critical thinking • Detail oriented • Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point & Outlook. • Passion for sport and the Ideals of the Olympic Movement • Familiarity with Triathlon preferred but not required. • Demonstrated ability to work in fast paced multidisciplinary team environment. • Ability to travel, occasionally work long hours and handle some light physical activity • Must be eligible to work in the USA.
