Accounts Payable Specialist La Grange, IL

Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an accounts payable specialist to join a team in Illinois in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role is well suited for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and confident managing invoice workflows and vendor payments in a fast-paced environment. The position offers the opportunity to support core accounting operations while working with systems such as Net Suite and Microsoft Excel to keep payables accurate and on schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Review incoming invoices, assign the correct accounting codes, and enter payment details with a high level of accuracy.
• Process vendor payments through multiple methods, including ACH transactions and check runs, while following internal timelines and controls.
• Maintain accounts payable records, reconcile payment activity, and help ensure documentation is complete and audit-ready.
• Communicate with vendors and internal departments by email and other channels to resolve billing questions, payment status requests, and invoice discrepancies.
• Support day-to-day administrative tasks connected to the payables function, helping the team stay organized and responsive.
• Use Net Suite and Excel to track invoice activity, prepare payment information, and monitor outstanding obligations.
• Assist with improvements to payment processing workflows and contribute to accurate month-end support related to accounts payable.