Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist in Chicago! We're urgently seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage our accounts payable operations and drive financial excellence. This is a critical role requiring immediate availability to ensure seamless vendor payments and compliance. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment in downtown Chicago.
Responsibilities
- Process high-volume invoices and ensure timely payment to vendors
- Manage vendor inquiries and resolve payment discrepancies
- Reconcile AP sub-ledgers with general ledger accounts
- Implement and optimize AP workflows using SAP and Oracle systems
- Prepare month-end closing reports and accrual schedules
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and SOX requirements
- Lead AP process improvement initiatives
Qualifications
- 5+ years of accounts payable experience in a corporate environment
- Proficiency in SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems
- Advanced Excel skills with pivot tables and VLOOKUPs
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and AP best practices
- Exceptional problem-solving and communication skills
- CPA or CMA certification preferred