Job Description
Join Chicago Financial Partners as an Accounts Payable Specialist and experience the power of weekly pay! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage our vendor payment processes and ensure financial accuracy. Enjoy the stability of a full-time role with the unique benefit of receiving your paycheck every Friday. Our downtown Chicago office offers a collaborative environment where your expertise in accounts payable will directly impact our operational excellence.
This position is ideal for candidates with 2+ years of AP experience who thrive in fast-paced financial environments. You'll work with cutting-edge accounting software and cross-functional teams to optimize payment workflows. We offer competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to work-life balance.
Responsibilities
- Process and verify vendor invoices for accuracy and timely payment
- Manage weekly payment runs ensuring all deadlines are met
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
- Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems for AP documentation
- Collaborate with procurement and finance teams on payment inquiries
- Support month-end closing activities and financial reporting
- Implement process improvements to enhance AP efficiency
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance (Bachelor's preferred)
- Minimum 2 years of accounts payable experience
- Proficiency in QuickBooks, SAP, or similar accounting software
- Advanced Excel skills including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables
- Strong attention to detail with numerical accuracy
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
- Experience with high-volume payment processing
- Ability to thrive in deadline-driven environments