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.
Sr. Controls and Regulatory Reporting Manager
Fanatics Betting and Gaming (FBG) is seeking a Sr. Controls and Regulatory Reporting Manager to join our Accounting and Finance team to support our regulated financial market operations. Reporting to the Director, Controls and Regulatory Reporting, this individual will lead the design, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of the internal control framework and regulatory financial reporting processes across Fanatics’ regulated entities.
The ideal candidate has experience operating in a regulated financial services environment and can effectively support senior leadership in navigating regulatory expectations, financial reporting risk, and control design. Strong communication skills are required to facilitate effective coordination between business functions and Accounting and Finance.
Sr. Controls and Regulatory Reporting Manager Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and implementation of risk assessments, control inventories, and documentation aligned to CFTC regulations, NFA rules, and SOX standards.
- Design and enhance controls over regulatory financial reporting, including capital computations, customer funds protection, segregation requirements, and regulatory filings.
- Partner with business and operations teams to document end-to-end transaction lifecycle processes and embed controls over trading activity, settlement, custody, and system interfaces.
- Perform gap assessments of regulatory and ICFR controls, including capital adequacy, customer protection safeguards, and reporting governance.
- Maintain and enhance SOX documentation (RCMs, process narratives, testing support) and monitor compliance through structured walkthroughs and reviews.
- Coordinate with internal and external audit to support SOX testing, regulatory examinations, and CFTC/NFA inquiries.
- Collaborate with Compliance and Legal to ensure regulatory reporting obligations and exchange rule requirements are appropriately embedded within operational workflows.
- Identify and implement scalable control enhancements, including automation of regulatory reporting and monitoring activities.
Minimum Qualifications:
- BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Business Analysis, or related field.
- 6–8+ years of experience in risk, finance, accounting, or regulatory reporting roles within a regulated financial services environment.
- Experience with CFTC/NFA regulatory requirements, net capital computations, customer funds segregation, or similar financial regulatory frameworks.
- Strong written communication skills, with ability to effectively communicate at all levels.
- Excellent project management skills with the ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to analyze and interpret technical regulations, financial reports, and legal documents.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or similar credential.
- Experience supporting CFTC or NFA examinations.
- Experience building or enhancing ICFR frameworks in regulated financial market entities
- Big Four or comparable public accounting experience in financial services regulatory environments.
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