Accounts Payable Specialist
About The Position
At Academy Sports + Outdoors, our vision is to be the best sports + outdoors retailer in the country. We are a passionate, purpose-driven team committed to each other and our customers. We have over 80 years of experience building a culture that puts people first, creating opportunities for growth, fostering meaningful connections, and supporting every Team Member's journey. We believe in the power of fun, and at Academy, 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!
Requirements
- 0-4 years of accounting or accounts payable work experience required
- Strong organizational and analytical capabilities, with attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Beginner to intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP and pivot tables
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a customer service mindset
- Ability to build and maintain positive vendor relationships
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics 365, or NetSuite
- Regular attendance required
- Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties
- Adhere to company work hours, policies, procedures and rules governing professional staff behavior
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
- Equivalent work experience will be considered
Responsibilities
- Perform 2-way and 3-way invoice matching
- Review and confirm invoices have appropriate approvals
- Enter invoices into accounting system for import retail, domestic retail, expense, or e-commerce businesses
- Reconcile monthly statements using Excel functions
- Scan and link manually received invoices in ERP system
- Resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors and internal teams
- Communicate with vendors regarding payment status and inquiries
- Escalate unresolved invoice issues to management or appropriate departments for resolution
- Manage group email box and respond to inquiries timely
- Forward requests to senior team members or management as needed
- Collaborate with senior team members for cross-training and skill development
- Develops a working knowledge of Academy’s policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
- Duties may change; the team member may be required to perform other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
