Accounts Payable Specialist

About Us
We’re Extenteam, a dynamic company revolutionizing the short term vacation rental industry. Our proven business model has generated consistent revenue, and we are now expanding from a professional services model to a scalable tech-based subscription-first model.

As a scaling stage startup, we aim to grow our Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR) to double our revenue by January 2026 by providing an AI assisted SaaS platform that works for all short term rental businesses regardless of their size.

Extenteam is on a mission to streamline and support vacation rental businesses by providing top-notch solutions, including guest communication and property management support.

We generate revenue through two primary streams:

Dedicated Team Members: Providing trained overseas talent with a recurring premium model, replacing one-time recruitment fees.
Tailwind - SaaS Platform: A guest communication Software blended with our shared services team, supporting smaller operators typically with less than 50 units - helping Extenteam increase profitability while growing our product market fit and expanding TAM and service levels.

Extenteam is a small but mighty team of 50 consisting of Sales, Partner Success, Marketing, HR & Recruiting, Engineering, Product and Admin (IT, Data etc). We are spread out across the world but we have hubs in Miami, LA, Medellin, and actively expanding into Europe. Our 50 people core team is supported by 400+ DTMs (dedicated team members) that are servicing our customers.

Our Values:

Commitment to Excellence: Continuously raising the bar and setting new standards in guest communications and service delivery. 
Exceptional Collaboration: Thriving in a fast-paced, high-performance environment built on clear communication and teamwork. 
Unified Purpose: Aligning behind a shared mission to drive success with an intense focus. One shared consciousness. 
Data-Driven Decision-Making: Prioritizing data and results over emotions when making objective, professional decisions. 
Emphasis on Details: Details matter at every level. Leaders are expected to have a deep understanding of the specifics and adopt a hands-on management style.

Our Leadership Philosophy

Our company embraces a management style inspired by the ideals of "founder mode," as championed by Airbnb’s Brian Chesky. This means a hands-on, visionary approach to leadership, with a relentless focus on innovation, product excellence, and customer-centric decision-making. We encourage proactive problem-solving, direct involvement in key initiatives, and a collaborative, high-performance culture.

To learn more about the "founder mode" philosophy and how it shapes our operations, you can explore this link. Understanding this mindset will provide valuable context for how we operate and what we value in our team members. 

 

What This Role Is About:

The AP Specialist is responsible for overseeing an inbox and monitoring various requests regarding payments, as well as pulling invoices to be submitted to lenders on a weekly basis. This role provides timely responses to ad hoc requests regarding payments, re issuances, returned payments, etc.

Your Main Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

Operations & Execution

1. Research and resolve complex questions regarding payments.
2. Compile invoices and submit them to lenders.
3. Manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy.

Process Improvement & Continuous Improvement

1. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and consistency of accounting processes.
2. Participate in system enhancements, process improvements, and documentation efforts.
3. Proactively identify risks, errors, or trends and recommend solutions to management.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Non-Supervisory

What We’re Looking For:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 1–3+ years of progressive AP experience.

Qualifications:

• Workday experience a plus.
• Ability to research and analyze the status of payments.
• High attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to operate independently.

Technical Requirements:

• Internet speed minimum 30mbps: Needs to be Wired (Buy a dongle if no LAN port)
• i5 11th Gen or higher
• Windows 11 / MacOS Catalina or higher
• Minimum of 8 GB RAM
• Private and quiet dedicated home office area (no roosters, dogs, children's noises in the background)
• Back-ups in case of power or internet provider interruptions
• Good headset and webcam (preferably noise-canceling headset)

Why You’ll Love Working with Us: 

• Competitive Salary — We offer a competitive salary that reflects the candidate’s experience, skills, and responsibilities.
• Remote Work — This role is 100% remote, allowing flexibility and eliminating daily commute.
• Paid Time Off — Standard leave entitlements (vacation, sick leave, vacation leave) for rest and well-being.
• HMO Coverage — Company-provided HMO plan, offering access to medical services via accredited hospitals and clinics under a Health Maintenance Organization. This helps ensure employees have access to routine checkups, consultations, and coverage for medical care.