Accounts Payable Analyst Mount Prospect, IL

Accounts Payable Analyst

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Analyst to join a large distribution organization in Mount Prospect, Illinois. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who can manage high-volume payables activity while maintaining accuracy, strong internal controls, and responsive vendor support. The person in this role will contribute to day-to-day financial operations, partner with internal departments, and help keep payment processes organized and efficient.

The position can be fully remote with business hours of 8:30-5pm Central.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the full cycle of accounts payable transactions, ensuring invoices, employee expenses, and payment requests are entered and completed within established timelines.
• Examine incoming invoices for approvals, general ledger coding, supporting records, and compliance with company procedures before processing.
• Perform vendor statement reviews, rebate processes, investigate variances, and resolve payment issues by coordinating with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain organized payable documentation and audit-ready records in alignment with accounting standards and internal control requirements.
• Execute payment activity through ACH, check runs, and wire transfers while confirming accuracy of amounts, terms, and remittance details.
• Support month-end and year-end close by preparing accruals, completing reconciliations, and assisting with related accounting schedules.
• Respond to vendor questions regarding invoice status, payment timing, and account discrepancies in a courteous and timely manner.
• Partner with purchasing, receiving, and finance teams to validate purchase orders, complete three-way matching, and address billing errors or exceptions.
• Contribute to audit requests and recommend workflow improvements that strengthen efficiency, accuracy, and overall AP performance.