Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team in Chicago's Loop district as an Accounts Payable Specialist. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage vendor payments, process invoices, and optimize financial workflows. This is an immediate hire opportunity offering competitive compensation and career growth in a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Process high-volume accounts payable transactions within 3-day turnaround
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
- Manage 1099 vendor tax reporting compliance
- Collaborate with procurement on vendor payment terms
- Implement process improvements for AP efficiency
- Support month-end closing activities
- Maintain accurate vendor master data
Qualifications
- 3+ years of accounts payable experience
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle preferred)
- Advanced Excel skills with pivot tables and VLOOKUP
- Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls
- High school diploma; associate's degree in finance preferred
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
- Experience with high-volume processing (100+ invoices/day)