Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a remote Senior Accounts Payable Specialist and revolutionize how we manage vendor relationships and financial operations. This fully remote role offers the flexibility to excel from anywhere while contributing to our Chicago-based innovation hub. You'll be pivotal in optimizing payment cycles, ensuring compliance, and driving efficiency in our AP processes. Enjoy competitive benefits, career growth opportunities, and a culture that values financial excellence.
Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end accounts payable processing, including invoice verification, coding, and payment execution
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies with precision
- Collaborate with procurement and finance teams to implement process improvements
- Ensure adherence to SOX compliance and internal controls
- Oversee 1099 reporting and vendor master data maintenance
- Analyze AP metrics to identify cost-saving opportunities
- Lead month-end closing activities related to accounts payable
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 5+ years of accounts payable experience in corporate finance
- Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (SAP or Oracle preferred)
- Expert knowledge of GAAP and financial controls
- Strong Excel skills with pivot tables and VLOOKUP functions
- Proven track record in process optimization and automation
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred
- Experience with remote work collaboration tools (Slack, Teams)