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Accounts Payable Specialist

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: eflexervicesinc
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-02
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Accounting & Finance, Financial Compliance, Financial Reporting
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 55000 - 85000 USD Yearly USD 55000.00 85000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Who we are:

Stable. Supportive. Success-driven. eFlexervices is a premier BPO company with a 25-year track record of excellence. We don't just fill seats; we invest in human potential. We are dedicated to finding the perfect fit for your skills and helping you optimize your career performance. If you're looking for a company that values exceptional quality and operates on a foundation of trust, you belong at eFlex.

What

we are looking for:

Are you ready to step beyond routine transactional AP and take full ownership of our payables ecosystem? At eFlexervices, we aren't just looking for someone to enter invoices—we are seeking a proactive, mid-level Accounts Payable Specialist who brings strategic accountability, leadership potential, and end-to-end process ownership to our client’s AP Team.

In this role, you will manage high-value vendor relationships, navigate complex financial exceptions, analyze payables data, and optimize our financial workflows. This position is tailored for a professional who thrives on accountability and is ready to position themselves for future career advancement within our growing team.

What you’ll be doing :
Core Payables & Workflow Ownership
  • End-to-End Invoice & Expense Management:
    Take complete charge of the high-volume invoice lifecycle, ensuring accurate coding, cost-center allocation, and strict adherence to internal controls and US GAAP standards.
  • Corporate Card & Expense Audit Leadership:
    Oversee the department credit card reconciliation process and rigorously audit employee travel and expense reports for policy compliance.
  • Month-End & Financial Stewardship:
    Drive month-end and year-end closing activities for AP, including calculating accruals, preparing balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting general ledger preparation.
  • Compliance & Tax Oversight:
    Lead annual 1099 IRS filings and support other regulatory compliance tasks with complete accuracy.
Vendor Strategy & Escalations
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for vendor account operations, taking ownership of critical vendor relationships, statement reconciliations, and high-level payment escalations.
  • Proactively resolve complex billing discrepancies and payment exceptions with minimal supervision.
Process Optimization & Special Projects
  • Leverage systems and technology to streamline accounts payable workflows, reduce processing times, and eliminate manual bottlenecks.
  • Partner directly with the AP Manager on ad-hoc financial reporting, system implementations, and audit readiness initiatives.
  • Demonstrate team leadership by mentoring junior staff, establishing best practices, and driving continuous improvement across the payables function.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field preferred.
Experience
  • Minimum 3–5 years of progressive experience in general accounting and AP operations. Demonstrated experience taking ownership of processes beyond standard data entry is required.
Technical Mastery
  • Hands-on proficiency with Quick Books is required.
  • Experience with SAP Concur or similar automated expense management software is a strong plus.
  • Intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills (data analysis, lookups, pivot tables).
  • A natural aptitude and passion for adopting emerging financial technology.
Accounting Standards
  • Solid working knowledge of US GAAP and full-cycle AP workflows.
Leadership & Mindset
  • Proven track record of role ownership, independent problem-solving, and managing shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Industry Background
  • Insurance industry experience is a plus, but not required.
Benefits and Perks:

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