AR/AP Specialist

Sportiqe is a premium wholesale apparel brand based out of Tempe, Arizona. We need sharp, organized, and business minded individuals to join our Accounting team. Attention to detail is key!

The ideal candidates will have proven experience in Accounting or Finance, with ability to handle multiple tasks with consistent quality and sense of urgency. This person will report to the Director of Accounting and work closely with internal and external partners as needed. This is a full-time role based out of our corporate office in Tempe, AZ.

WHO YOU ARE FOR THE TEAM

Requirements:

• At least 1.5 years of AR, Collections, and AP experience; preferably in a B2B wholesale or related inventory environment.
• Associates degree or equivalent experience in Accounting, Business Accounting or Finance.
• Working knowledge of accounting software platforms, Sage Intacct preferred
• High Proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Excel
• Personal integrity; ability to keep customer, vendor, and company confidences
• Aptitude for accuracy and meticulous detail, natural proficiency for math/numbers/data
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
• Thorough understanding of basic accounting, bookkeeping, and corporate finance principles and procedures; multi-entity experience a plus
• Reliable, on-site availability during business hours — consistent attendance is essential to this role

You’ll thrive here if you’re someone who:

• Prefers structured, repeatable work over constant variety or ambiguity
• Takes quiet pride in accuracy and process — details matter to you
• Works independently without needing frequent check-ins or social energy to stay motivated
• Communicates clearly in writing and comfortable presenting prepared data calmly and confidently to CEO and other Executives
• Wants to plant roots — this team values stability, and you're not looking for a stepping stone

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE

• Maintain accurate accounts receivable records, including aging, credits, collections, and write-offs
• Manage daily cash activities, including recording deposits, updating cash logs, and posting payments to the AR sub-ledger
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding receivables through phone, email, and written communication
• Process onboarding for new customers and vendors within accounting systems
• Support invoicing processes, including inventory stock adjustments and sales tax application
• Enter and manage customer credit requests and adjustments
• Distribute weekly and monthly customer statements
• Perform credit card processing, coding, and reconciliations
• Review purchase orders and assist with payment runs as needed
• Maintain vendor records, respond to inquiries, and prepare annual 1099s
• Assist with sales tax reporting and compliance
• Provide general support to the accounting team as needed

What Great Looks Like:

• AR records are accurate, up to date, and reconciled on a consistent schedule
• The weekly CEO report is prepared, organized, and ready to walk through without prompting
• Collections follow-up happens on time, every time — no invoices fall through the cracks
• When issues arise, they're flagged clearly and escalated with the right information
• You show up, on time, every day — and when life happens, you communicate proactively and in advance

WHY YOU’LL BE EXCITED TO WORK HERE

In addition to offering a community of awesome people you will get to spend time with every day, you'll also receive the following:

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, HSA and 401K match
• Generous PTO and sick time
• 121 paid holidays plus birthday PTO
• Company learning, wellness, and team building events
• Annual apparel credit for Sportiqe items and quarterly clothing purges (free clothes anyone?)
• The opportunity to make a difference with teammates who believe in our core values of teamwork, can-do attitude, integrity, respect, fun, and evolve
• This role has an opportunity to grow and evolve for the person who embraces our core values, has a strong drive for results, and desire to take on new challenges

ABOUT US

Sportiqe, established in Arizona in 2006, is a full-service lifestyle apparel brand delivering unique products backed by our 100% comfort guarantee. We serve as a trusted partner to premium corporate brands, resorts, professional sports, music and entertainment markets as well as selling our own brand directly to consumers. We work in a relaxed environment but quickly and with agility. We own comfort inside and outside the organization!

Our people are our passion and we incorporate our core values of teamwork, can-do attitude, integrity, respect, evolve and fun into everything we do. We are all building together, each of us owning and growing our pieces of the business. Building a diverse and inclusive workplace is paramount to our success—we welcome people of all backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and abilities.

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