Job Description
Join our elite finance team in Chicago as an Accounts Payable Specialist. This urgent full-time role offers competitive compensation and growth opportunities for detail-oriented professionals. You'll be pivotal in maintaining financial accuracy and vendor relationships within a dynamic corporate environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end accounts payable processes including invoice verification, coding, and payment scheduling
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies within SLA timelines
- Execute month-end closing activities including accruals and reconciliations
- Collaborate with procurement and departments to resolve payment exceptions
- Maintain accurate financial records in ERP systems with zero tolerance for errors
- Optimize payment processes for efficiency and cost savings
- Ensure compliance with SOX controls and financial regulations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of accounts payable experience in corporate environment
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
- Expert knowledge of GAAP and SOX compliance requirements
- Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication abilities for vendor negotiations
- Experience with high-volume transaction processing