Accounting Specialist

Russell Tobin & Associates is currently seeking a Accounts Payable Specialist 6+ Months Contract role for one of our Fortune 500 clients, for Lisle, IL 60532
. Apply today for immediate consideration.

• Perform light clerical duties within an accounting function.
• May type, match payments, check items on purchase orders, prepare bank deposits and perform other routine calculations.
• Perform basic accounting functions requiring knowledge of accounts payable and receivable and of bank reconciliation functions, answer customer inquiries, research problems and/or complaints, routine calculating, and post and verify duties to obtain primary financial data for use in maintaining accounting records.
• We are seeking a detail-oriented AR Clean Up Specialist to support our finance team with backlog reduction and data accuracy improvements.
• This role focuses on reviewing, reconciling, and correcting AR records to ensure our financial data is complete, accurate, and up to date.
• The ideal candidate is organized, efficient, and comfortable working with financial systems and spreadsheets.

• Review outstanding customer invoices and aging reports to identify discrepancies or required follow up
• Reconcile customer accounts, including applying payments, credits, and adjustments
• Research and resolve unapplied cash, short pays, over payments, and invoice disputes
• Update AR records in the accounting system with accurate and complete information
• Communicate with internal teams (Sales, Customer Service, Finance) to gather missing documentation or clarify account issues
• Prepare status updates on clean up progress and highlight any recurring issues
• Assist with process documentation to support future AR accuracy and efficiency

• 5+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable, bookkeeping, or general accounting support
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Quick Books, Net Suite, SAP, Oracle) and Excel
• Ability to analyze data and identify inconsistencies
• Strong communication skills and comfort working with cross functional teams
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Preferred experience with Microsoft Dynamics and Service Max

Russell Tobin offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.