Sr. AP Specialist, Vendor Management

About Us Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally. The Role The Senior Accounts Payable Specialist, Vendor Management plays a critical role in governing the integrity and scalability of vendor data across all Fanatics business units. This senior-level individual contributor serves as a subject matter expert in vendor management, driving operational excellence, compliance, and continuous process improvement across the AP function. The Senior Specialist will provide vendor support in alignment with established policies and procedures, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and efficiency in all activities. This role serves as a trusted cross-functional partner to Finance, Procurement, Accounts Payable as well internal and external stakeholders. The Senior Specialist proactively identifies risk, champions automation while elevating the AP function. What You'll Do Own and govern the full vendor lifecycle across all Fanatics business units, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal controls and company standards Subject matter expert for vendor setup, maintenance, and data integrity Serve as the primary escalation point for complex vendor inquiries, resolving issues with urgency, professionalism, and minimal disruption to operations Act as a strategic liaison between Vendor Maintenance and cross‑functional partners including Procurement, Legal, Tax, and Business Units to resolve vendor and payment‑related matters Collect, review, and update vendor W‑9, W‑8 and other required documents periodically in accordance with established procedures Support 1099 reporting and assist with related projects and year‑end activities Manage vendor inquiries through the vendor help desk, ensuring questions and concerns are addressed efficiently Lead and assist the AP team in obtaining required documentation for internal and external audits Adhere to and promote strong internal controls within vendor management and AP processes Partner with key stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and increased efficiency Perform administrative duties and support special projects as assigned Ensure all inquiries from internal business partners and external suppliers are handled accurately and in a timely manner Work cross‑functionally with internal teams and external vendors to resolve invoice or payment discrepancies Support stakeholders with ad hoc analyses, reporting, and data requests Collaborate with business units to enhance reporting tools and AP processes Generate and deliver AP reports and insights to business partners as requested What We're Looking For Four‑year degree in Accounting or Finance preferred or 5+ years of progressive accounts payable or finance operations experience (with a minimum of 2 years in a vendor management or AP specialist capacity) Demonstrated experience owning end‑to‑end vendor lifecycle processes in a large, complex, or multi‑entity organization Strong organization and analytical skills required Strong working knowledge of accounting practices and principles Ability to handle multiple tasks and stringent deadlines within a fast‑paced environment is a must Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy in a high‑volume environment Ability to organize and prioritize Work independently to resolve issues with little assistance Must have excellent communication skills - verbal and written Collaborative, team‑oriented approach with a track record of cross‑functional partnership and informal leadership Continuous improvement mindset; experience driving or participating in process automation or digital transformation initiatives Candidate must be in‑office 4 days per week Work in‑office 4 days per week. Employees at Fanatics' corporate entity may work remotely for up to four weeks per year in daily or weekly increments. The salary range represents base pay only and does not include short‑term or long‑term incentive compensation. This salary range is specific to New York City and may not be applicable to other locations. For information about our benefits, please visit As set forth in Fanatics Inc.’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Fanatics