Accounts Payable Specialist

This is a Full Time Job

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST – CHICAGO WHITE SOX

The Chicago White Sox Accounting team is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist. The AP Specialist will report to the Accounting Manager and work closely with various departments to manage the accounts payable process from data entry to payment across multiple subsidiaries. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of accounts payable with excellent attention to detail. If you are a resourceful team player that's eager to learn and you have an interest in working in accounting for a professional sports franchise, this may be the opportunity for you!

Responsibilities
• Oversee Accounts Payable e-mail inbox and work with department heads for proper coding of invoices.
• Review and enter AP invoices into accounting system timely and according to company policy.
• Process weekly payment batches through accounting system and bank portal.
• Manage and update vendor information for electronic payments and 1099 reporting.
• Maintain files, including accounts payable documentation and other miscellaneous items.
• Review expense reports in Concur, check for proper supporting documentation and post to accounting system for payment.
• Research and resolve accounts payable issues with vendors.
• Assist in final implementation of Accounts Payable of new NetSuite accounting system.
• Complete special projects and miscellaneous assignments as required.
• Suggest ways to improve processes and increase efficiency.

Required Qualifications
• Minimum of two years of undergraduate accounting courses from an accredited university or college
• Knowledge of accounts payable process.
• Ability to perform efficient, error-free work and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to establish and maintain positive and collaborative working relationships.
• Strong organization skills, candidate must be detail oriented.
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, with ability to adapt to change when necessary.
• Eager to learn and develop new skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications
• 1 year experience in Accounts Payable or general accounting role
• NetSuite experience
• Proficient in Excel

Compensation:
• $58,000 - $62,000

Benefits:
• Health
• Dental
• Life
• AD&D
• LTD
• Defined Benefit Plan (Major League Baseball Pension for Non-Uniformed Personnel)
• Voluntary Supplemental Life
• Voluntary Supplemental AD&D
• Voluntary Vision
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Voluntary 401(k)
• Voluntary Flex Benefits (FSA, Transportation, Dependent Care)
• Complimentary White Sox Tickets
• Complimentary Lunch
• Holiday Break
• Promotional Items

Chicago White Sox is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Application Deadline June 30, 2025