Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as an Entry-Level Accounts Payable Specialist! Chicago Financial Services Inc. is seeking motivated professionals to launch their career in accounting. You'll gain hands-on experience processing invoices, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring financial accuracy in a collaborative downtown environment. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and clear growth pathways into senior accounting roles.
Responsibilities
- Process high-volume vendor invoices and expense reports accurately
- Resolve payment discrepancies through vendor communication
- Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems
- Reconcile AP sub-ledgers with general ledger accounts
- Assist in month-end closing procedures
- Utilize accounting software (QuickBooks/SAP) for data entry
- Support audits with documentation and compliance checks
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables)
- Strong attention to detail with numerical accuracy
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to meet deadlines in fast-paced environment
- Familiarity with ERP systems preferred
- Proactive problem-solving approach