Accounts Payable Specialist
Churchill Downs • Kentucky, United States • Full Time
Posted on Wed, Sep 23, 2026
ABOUT CHURCHILL DOWNS INCORPORATED
Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI”) (Nasdaq: CHDN) has been creating extraordinary entertainment experiences for more than 150 years, beginning with one of the most iconic and enduring events in sports and entertainment—the Kentucky Derby. Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, CDI blends a rich legacy with a forward-looking approach to growth. Through the acquisition, development, and operation of live and historical racing entertainment venues, the expansion of online wagering services and other technology businesses, and the ownership and operation of regional casino gaming properties, CDI offers diverse career opportunities across the country. Our success is driven by dedicated team members who are passionate about delivering exceptional experiences, embracing innovation, and helping shape the future of entertainment.
JOB SUMMARY
This position is responsible for all duties required to process high volume of invoices for multiple Churchill Downs Incorporated business units in accordance with policies set forth by Corporate Finance. The position requires the ability to work independently and/or with a team, maintain accurate records, and meet daily/weekly deadlines.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to processing payments, in addition to obtaining general ledger account number information.
• Utilize Concur invoicing system to process invoices.
• Process check runs, ACH and electronic payments.
• Process special check runs upon request.
• Compile Accounts Payable month-end accruals.
• Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct any discrepancies.
• Use excellent customer service skills along with timely follow up and follow through skills when dealing with internal and/or external customers.
• Responsible for responding to inquiries from vendors and/or business units.
• Monitor and capture sales & use tax on invoices when required.
• Assist with audits and/or special projects as needed.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• College degree required.
• 2+ years of experience in a consolidated Accounts Payable environment preferred.
• Experience using Ariba & SAP S4/Hana software systems preferred.
• Strong Excel skills, specifically in manipulating large amounts of data through pivot tables, sorting and filtering.
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast paced and high volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.
• Superior 10-key skills.
• Strong problem solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, research and resolution skills, and multi-tasking.
• Detail oriented.
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent communications skills.
• Professional, positive attitude and reliable.
• Self-starter with ability to accomplish tasks within reasonable time frames.
• Ability to adapt to change.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
CHURCHILL DOWNS INCORPORATED
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
AuditFriendly salary estimate
The employer did not post a salary for this role. Based on AuditFriendly's salary intelligence model (comparable live postings, role, seniority, and location), we estimate base pay of $49,000–$64,000 per year (median ~$55,000). This is an AuditFriendly estimate, not an employer-provided figure.
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