Accounts Payable Specialist

Overview

We are a well-established company with a strong presence in the transportation and logistics sector. With over 30 years of experience, we specialize in providing top-notch transportation services to various regions. Committed to safety, reliability, and transparency, we take pride in being a positive aspect of our passengers' daily lives. Our corporate office, located in the Chicago area suburbs, is currently expanding, and we are seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team.

YOUR ROLE AND IMPACT:

We are in search of a talented Accounts Payable Specialist to contribute to the efficiency of our organization's financial processes. As part of our growing team, you will play a crucial role in processing invoices accurately and promptly, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.

• Reviewing, sorting, and matching invoices and check requests, ensuring proper approval.
• Setting up invoices for payment via checks, ACHs, and wires.
• Entering accounting data into the ERP system.
• Verifying vendor accounts through monthly reconciliation and related transactions.
• Monitoring accounts to ensure timely payments.
• Researching and resolving invoice discrepancies.
• Maintaining accurate files and documentation in accordance with company policy.
• Corresponding with vendors and responding to inquiries.
• Managing high-volume invoicing.
• Reconciling credit cards and bank activity.
• Reviewing and approving expense reports in a timely manner.
• Participating in month-end closing processes.
• Providing support to other members of the accounting team.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including MS Excel and MS Word.
• 3+ years of experience in Accounts Payable.
• Demonstrated integrity and confidentiality.
• Strong work ethic and organizational skills.
• Problem-solving, research, and resolution skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with accounting software, such as Quick Books, or Netsuite is a plus.
• Strong multitasking and prioritization skills.

We are committed to the well-being of our team members and offer a range of health and wellness benefits. In addition to paid time off, we encourage continuous learning and development.

• This position is onsite.
• Competitive pay: $65,000 - $75,000

We are dedicated to fostering diversity and proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. Our recruitment, employment, and promotion processes are conducted without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected statuses as required by applicable law. We welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds who are eager to contribute and excel in their roles.