Job Description
Join our award-winning finance team as a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist in Chicago! We're seeking detail-oriented professionals to transform our payment processing operations while enjoying premium benefits including comprehensive health plans, 401(k) matching, and remote work flexibility. This role offers growth opportunities in a Fortune 500 environment with cutting-edge ERP systems and cross-departmental collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Streamline invoice-to-payment cycles for 500+ vendors using Oracle ERP
- Conduct 3-way matching and resolve discrepancies with precision
- Lead month-end AP reconciliation processes for $10M+ transactions
- Optimize payment terms and vendor relationships strategically
- Implement process improvements reducing processing time by 20%
- Collaborate with audit teams for compliance documentation
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in accounts payable with high-volume processing
- Expert proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables) and SAP/Oracle
- Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAPP) preferred
- Proven track record in process optimization and cost reduction
- Exceptional analytical skills with zero tolerance for errors