Accounting Associate - Accounts Payable

Accounting Associate - Accounts Payable | Rock Island, IL

100% Employee-Owned
* Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture

IMEG is hiring an Accounting Associate - Accounts Payable in Rock Island, IL. This role is responsible for processing vendor payments and cash receipts while supporting accurate data entry, invoicing, and the handling of confidential information for the company and clients.

You will work directly with staff and vendors to resolve invoicing questions, support accounts payable and cash receipt workflows, and help maintain strong service for customers and vendors. This role also collaborates with AR and TFA staff and helps keep payment records organized and accurate.

Location: Rock Island, IL

Discipline: Finance & Accounting

Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)

Work Schedule: Full-time in office

Sponsorship: Not available

• Work directly with staff and vendors on invoicing issues and questions
• Issue accurate and timely payment to vendors
• Prepare vendor invoices for BOT processing
• Prepare client invoices in Therefore for bot processing of cash receipts
• Research files and computer reports to resolve vendor complaints for non-payment
• Process payments to vendors with AP checks or ACH payments
• Ensure payment is received for outstanding invoices
• Work with AR and TFA staff on receipt inquiries
• File check images and records of payment as file back-up
• Maintain confidentiality of all corporate, personnel and project/client/vendor related material

• 2 years post-high school education or high school diploma

• Strong communication skills
• Strong customer service abilities and positive attitude
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Able to adapt to a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable using software with willingness to learn new software as required
• Analytical and data-driven mindset
• Detail-oriented, organized, consistent, and dependable
• Enjoys working both autonomously and in a team environment
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize
• Proficient in Microsoft and MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook

• Familiarity with Deltek-Vantagepoint or similar software preferred
• 5 years of work experience in an office or 2 years of accounting experience preferred
• Experience in the engineering and/or the construction industry preferred

• Finance and accounting teams supporting a 100% employee-owned firm with 100+ offices nationwide
• Successfully implemented Robotic Process Automation (RPA) to streamline accounts payable processes, improving efficiency and accuracy
• Partner directly with project teams and leadership on budgets, forecasting, and reporting
• Broad exposure across a national professional-services business, from project accounting to corporate finance
• A collaborative culture where finance is a true business partner, not a back office

We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.

• Employee ownership (ESOP), fully vested at all times, with a 3% to 6% company contribution, plus year-end profit sharing
• Work that scales: support employees across 100+ offices nationwide
• Dress for Your Day flexibility (wear what fits your day)
• Generous time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription
• MEG, our in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations

State of Illinois Salary Range: $45,000-$55,000 per year

The range listed above represents the base pay IMEG reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position in the work location identified above at the time of posting. For positions available in multiple locations, the minimums and maximums may vary based on work location.

Individual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including the candidate's experience, education, knowledge, skills, abilities, and licensure and certifications.

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