Accounts Payable Specialist

Summary

Responsible for the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, employee travel and expense reimbursements, and scholarship/award payments. Prepare monthly journal entries as assigned and assist with reconciliation of designated liability accounts. Will also set up new vendors and verify vendor information. Provide training to new College employees in the Emburse Enterprise system and respond to questions regarding standard expense processing and Emburse Enterprise.

This position may also assist with annual 1099 processing and other duties as assigned.

Non‑exempt position reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager in the Division of Finance and Facilities. Based in the Chicago office with a hybrid role: 3 days in office, 2 days remote. The role requires 5 days per week onsite for the first few months for training.

Anticipated salary range: $55,000 - $62,000 (paid hourly and commensurate with related experience).

• High school diploma or higher is required.
• At least 3 years of professional accounts payable or related accounting experience is required, including invoice processing and employee expense reimbursement experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is required. Experience working with ERP systems such as Business Central, Navigator, SAP, Oracle, or similar financial platforms is preferred.
• Strong ability to review invoices and expense reports for accuracy and compliance.
• Customer service experience, attention to detail, team focus, and strong written and oral communication skills are required.
• Ability to analyze discrepancies, resolve payment issues, and elevate concerns as needed.
• Capacity to manage multiple invoices, expense reports, and tasks efficiently while meeting deadlines.

• Vacation, personal, and sick hours including 13 paid holidays per year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical—comprehensive coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Dental, Vision, and Prescription drug program
• 403(b) Matching Program
• Pension Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Domestic Partner Coverage

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