Accounts Payable Specialist

Our mission is to improve the performance of athletes and teams, which we do by engineering the premier technology platform for sport. We've been at the forefront of sports technology and science since 2006 - we don't just work in the sporting industry, we are actively changing its future.  Our solutions are designed to help athletes and coaches “play smart” in a world where 1% can literally mean the difference between winning and losing.

We work with over 5,000 teams around the world, empowering coaches, managers and trainers in premier teams in the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLS, EPL, AFL, NRL, NCAA and more. We provide the information they need to optimize athletes’ health, game-day readiness, and performance, as well as in-game tactics.  Our solutions include video analytics and athlete monitoring solutions, and we are passionate about helping sports organizations at all levels to better scout, recruit, teach, and win.

WE WANT PEOPLE WHO ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT ACCOUNTS PAYABLE WITH A CAN- DO ATTITUDE
We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our global team. This role will take full ownership of assigned supplier activity, including new supplier checks, data entry, three-way match with purchase order / goods receipt / invoice, payment of invoices and reporting. A positive and proactive attitude, strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and multitask is a key for success.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
● Process supplier invoices, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures related to approval of purchase and payment.
● Prepare and process payment runs.
● Conduct systematic matches (3 way match), verify supplier invoices and resolve discrepancies with purchase orders.
● Perform appropriate checks when validating new/updated supplier records
● Audit and enter time and expense reports in accordance with established policies
● Collaborates with company departments to facilitate investigation and resolution of Accounts Payable issues.
● Maintain strong, effective working relationship with suppliers and perform regular supplier statement reconciliations.
● Research aged outstanding checks, prepare analysis of accounts as required and assist with month end close and reconciliations.
● Keeping track of credits owed to the company and ensuring all credits are properly applied to supplier payments.
● Monitoring outstanding payables and highlighting any aged creditors.
● Maintain confidentiality of organizational information.
● Report to, and work closely with AP Manager to ensure aspects of support of the team and wider Finance Team are adhered to.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED

● Minimum of 2 years accounting experience with full cycle A/P
● Strong analytical, organizational, mathematic skills, and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
● Must be able to work in a fast paced, high volume environment
● Must be able to meet deadlines in a timely manner by prioritizing tasks
● Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency required; intermediate to advanced skills ideal
● Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
● Experience with Netsuite or other large ERP system preferred
● Ability to create, update, and maintain schedules preferred

WHAT YOUR SUCCESS WILL LOOK LIKE

● 6 months: Focused on getting up to speed. Independently processing invoices with 3 way matching, building supplier and internal relationships, navigating financial systems & handling discrepancies & reconciliations on your own
● 12 months: Focused on ownership and impact. Fully owning a supplier portfolio, driving process improvements, contributing to month-end close, and becoming a go- to team resource.

WHY CATAPULT?
● We have amazing people. We can promise you will work with some of the most ambitious and intelligent people in an exciting industry, and you will do some of the best work of your life.
● We encourage our people to have constructive, open and honest communication in order to make Catapult extraordinary; innovate and create smart solutions; establish a collaborative, yet challenging, environment to develop our performance and the performance of our customers.
● Our workforce spans more than 20 countries, you'll have the opportunity to work across multiple nationalities and cultures, and build your global awareness and capability
● We value improvement and development. We are challenging ourselves to continuously grow and become a high-performance company. That means we
maintain a growth mindset in everything we do, and our people are always looking for ways to do things better. There is unlimited opportunity to grow, do more, and do better.

Compensation & Benefits

The target Total Compensation range for this position is $39,161 - $78,322 per year. This range is inclusive of base salary and a target incentive plan (which may include equity, commission, or other bonus structures).
Your specific compensation within this range will be determined by factors such as your geographic location, relevant experience, and job-related skills.
In addition to this compensation, Catapult also offers generous paid leave and recognized company holidays, and the opportunity to participate in our comprehensive benefits package, including Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, and 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Whether you’re interested in sports or not, you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing your work is supporting some of the most successful teams and athletes on the planet! 

Research shows that while men apply for jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized groups tend to only apply when they check every box. So if you think you have what it takes, but don't meet every single point in our job ad, please still get in touch! We would love to have a chat and see if you could be a great addition to our team. We are building the future of sports performance. Our priority is to find the brightest talent that can add to our team culture, those who actively contribute and who are excited about what they do.

All offers of employment are subject to Catapult's positive prehire check. To find out more, please contact the Talent Partner for this role.