Accounts Payable Specialist

Lids; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Lids Sports Group is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to administer travel and expense programs, manage payables and receivables, and support timely, accurate expense recording. This role requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and cross-department collaboration to support efficient financial operations.

Key duties include processing invoices and expense reports, maintaining AP records, and assisting with reconciliations and reporting.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of relevant accounting, finance, or accounts payable experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices, payment requests, and expense reports accurately and within required timelines.
• Maintain organized accounts payable records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with reconciliations, reporting, and other finance-related administrative tasks.
• Communicate with vendors and internal partners regarding payment status and discrepancies.
• Support ongoing process improvement and ensure compliance with internal controls.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel

Communication

Independent & collaborative

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Brief Description

About Our Company

Lids Sports Group is the largest licensed sports retailer in North America, selling fan and fashion-oriented headwear and apparel across the U.S. and abroad. Operating out of Indianapolis, IN, our retail stores offer officially licensed headwear and apparel from collegiate and professional sports teams, plus top brands like Nike, New Era, Adidas, and Mitchell & Ness.

We currently operate 1,300+ brick-and-mortar locations, including specialty concept stores for the NBA, NHL, Paris Saint-Germain, and the two largest MLB franchises via our Yankees and Dodgers Clubhouse stores. Lids has full partnerships and collaborations with iconic global brands, creating a community where sport, fashion, and culture collide.

Position Summary

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for administering travel and expense programs, managing accounts payable and receivable transactions, and supporting the timely and accurate recording of business expenses. This role requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate across departments to support efficient financial operations.

Essential Responsibilities

• Process invoices, payment requests, and expense reports accurately and within required timelines.
• Maintain organized accounts payable records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with reconciliations, reporting, and other finance-related administrative tasks.
• Communicate with vendors and internal partners regarding payment status and discrepancies.
• Support ongoing process improvement and ensure compliance with internal controls.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of relevant accounting, finance, or accounts payable experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently use a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other standard office equipment.
• Ability to occasionally stand and walk throughout the office.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move items up to 15 pounds.
• Ability to frequently communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to visually review electronic and written materials with attention to detail.

Employment Requirements

Candidates must possess the experience, skills, physical abilities, and qualifications, with or without reasonable accommodation, to perform the essential duties of the role and must be able to meet all applicable employment standards. Being legally authorized to work in the United States is a condition of employment for this position. Current or future employment-based visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Notice to Applicants

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