Job Description
Join Chicago's premier financial services firm as our new Accounts Payable Specialist! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage our payment operations and vendor relationships in a dynamic downtown environment. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities in our collaborative team.
Responsibilities
- Process high-volume accounts payable transactions with 99% accuracy
- Reconcile vendor invoices and resolve discrepancies proactively
- Optimize payment cycles to maximize cash flow efficiency
- Collaborate with procurement on vendor contract terms
- Implement process improvements using ERP systems
- Ensure compliance with SOX and internal controls
- Lead month-end closing activities for AP modules
Qualifications
- 3+ years of high-volume accounts payable experience
- Advanced proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables)
- SAP or Oracle ERP system expertise required
- Associate's degree in Accounting/Finance
- Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAP) preferred
- Exceptional problem-solving and communication skills
- Experience with 3-way matching and audit preparation
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced financial operations