Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as an Entry-Level Accounts Payable Specialist in downtown Chicago! This is your launchpad into corporate finance, where you'll master essential financial operations while contributing to a Fortune 500 company's success. We offer competitive benefits, mentorship from industry experts, and clear pathways for career advancement. If you're detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and eager to build a finance career in Chicago's thriving business district, this is your opportunity.
Responsibilities
- Process high-volume vendor invoices accurately and within SLAs
- Perform 3-way matching for purchase orders, receipts, and invoices
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve payment discrepancies
- Execute ACH/wire transfers and manage payment runs
- Maintain organized digital filing systems for financial documents
- Collaborate with procurement and accounting departments
- Support month-end closing processes
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience
- 0-2 years of accounts payable or accounting internship
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables)
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite preferred)
- Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment