Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist (Fixed Term)

LE001 The.Team: SME, LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Parental Leave

401k with match

Professional Development

Job summary

THE TEAM is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage supplier payments, verify invoices, and maintain vendor records for our US and Mexico operations. Strong attention to detail and Excel proficiency are required.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the US and Mexico accounting teams, supporting timely payments and accurate records. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, with accounting education or experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills are essential.
• Experience with invoice processing, vendor setup, and PO matching is preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting software is required or highly beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Invoice processing: review, verify, and enter vendor invoices.
• Vendor setup and maintenance, including tax forms and payment details.
• Respond to supplier inquiries and resolve payment issues.
• Identify and implement process improvements in payment workflows.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication

Data entry

Time management

Spanish language (nice to have)

Education

High school diploma

Associate's or Bachelor's in accounting preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

THE TEAM is proud to provide representation and marketing services to talent, brands and properties across 28 countries and more than 70 cities worldwide. Shaped by our belief in the unifying power of sports, music and entertainment, THE TEAM leads with intelligence, ideas and influence. For more information, please visit the.team.

JOB OVERVIEW

An Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist manages an organization's supplier payments, processing invoices and verifying expenses which requires strong attention to detail, problem solving, and organizational skills. Key duties include invoice data entry, matching POs, handling payments (ACH, checks), resolving discrepancies, and communicating with suppliers and internal teams. This role will specifically work with our US and Mexico accounting team to support our US and Mexican operations. Term end date: Projected for end of December, 2026

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Invoice Processing: Review, verify, and enter vendor invoices into the accounting system.
• Supplier Setup & Maintenance: Perform initial setup and ongoing maintenance of all vendor accounts. Review and approve new supplier requests, checking questionnaires, required tax forms (W-9s), and bank details for electronic payments.
• Supplier Relations: Respond to supplier inquiries and address payment-related issues.
• Process Improvement: Continuously work to improve payment processes.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, problem solving, communication, data entry, and time management.
• Spanish language is a plus!
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Education: High school diploma required, with an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in accounting preferred by some employers.
• Experience: Experience in bookkeeping or accounts payable is highly beneficial.
• Base hourly: $41/hr, plus bonus potential if applicable for role.
• Employment: This role will specifically work with our US and Mexico accounting team to support our US and Mexican operations.

What We Offer

• Professional Development: Take advantage of our learning and development programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement support.
• PTO: Accrued paid time off.
• Parental Leave: We provide paid parental leave to support your family during important life events.
• Retirement Plan: 401k plan including contribution matching.

THE TEAM does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. THE TEAM is proudly an equal opportunity employer. We are always searching for the most passionate and talented people from all backgrounds and experiences to join us.

More than 20 years into our evolution, we continue to expand our global reach and capabilities to serve clients across sports, music and entertainment. We are committed to making a meaningful impact across key areas of inclusion, community service and sustainability — not only for our employees, but for clients and the industry at large.

THE TEAM is a leading global sports, music and entertainment company. Led by intelligence, ideas and influence, we provide representation and marketing services to talent, brands and properties.