Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Evanston, Illinois in a Contract to Permanent capacity. This position focuses on accurate invoice processing, payment coordination, and day-to-day accounts payable support in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong attention to detail, sound coding experience, and the ability to manage both electronic and manual payment activities with consistency.

Responsibilities:

- Review, code, and enter vendor invoices to ensure timely and accurate processing.

- Coordinate ACH payments and prepare check runs in alignment with established payment schedules.

- Reconcile accounts payable records and investigate discrepancies with vendors or internal stakeholders.

- Maintain organized documentation for invoices, approvals, and payment activity to support audit readiness.

- Partner with payroll and related teams on union payroll items that connect to payable processes.

- Monitor outstanding obligations and help ensure vendors are paid according to agreed terms. Requirements - Experience working in accounts payable with hands-on responsibility for invoice processing.

- Knowledge of general ledger coding and account assignment for vendor transactions.

- Familiarity with ACH payments and check disbursement procedures.

- Ability to process a high volume of invoices with strong accuracy and attention to detail.

- Exposure to union payroll coordination or related accounting support activities.

- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage deadlines in a busy environment.

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