Accounts Payable Specialist Homewood, IL

Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a busy machinery manufacturing operation in Illinois. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and can process invoices with speed and precision. The person in this role will work closely with suppliers and internal teams to keep accounts payable activities accurate, organized, and on schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Process a large daily volume of supplier invoices accurately within the company's ERP system, including Epicor.
• Review purchase orders against invoices to confirm quantities, pricing, and item details, and resolve any discrepancies that arise.
• Communicate with vendors regarding billing questions, account statements, and payment-related matters in a timely and detail-focused manner.
• Partner with purchasing, operations, and other internal departments to support smooth invoice approval and payment workflows.
• Maintain organized vendor records and supporting documentation to ensure efficient retrieval and audit readiness.
• Help manage invoice routing and document handling through automated records systems and other accounts payable tools.
• Investigate exceptions, prioritize urgent items, and keep invoice processing moving to meet payment deadlines.
• Contribute to additional accounts payable duties and special assignments as business needs change.

The salary range for this position is $22/hr to $24/hr benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit Robert Half Benefits Website for more information.