Accounts Payable Specialist

Bluco | Naperville, IL | On-site | Full-time | AP Specialist

Bluco Corporation is an innovative manufacturing company committed to delivering world‑class solutions and fostering a collaborative, team‑oriented culture. We're looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys owning the day‑to‑day accounts payable process while expanding their accounting knowledge in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. You'll work closely with our finance team and partner with colleagues across purchasing, engineering, manufacturing, and shipping/receiving to help keep our accounting operations running smoothly.

Own the full accounts payable process, expense reporting, and commercial credit card program, including:

• Process vendor invoices and payments
• Maintain sales tax records, including preparing exemption certificates for suppliers
• Maintain accurate accounts payable records
• Reconcile accounts payable reports to the general ledger
• Communicate with vendors regarding payment inquiries and discrepancies
• Prepare and file annual 1099s
• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and efficiencies

• Assist with month‑end close activities
• Support the preparation of month‑end work papers
• Assist with balance sheet reconciliations
• Ensure transactions are recorded accurately and timely
• Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting

• Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Support year‑end audits by preparing documentation and responding to audit requests
• Assist with other accounting and finance projects as assigned

• Epicor ERP – invoice entry, payment processing, general ledger entries, and reporting
• – team communication and task management
• Gorilla Expense – employee expense reimbursements and commercial card reconciliations

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field or equivalent professional experience
• 3+ years of accounts payable experience
• Manufacturing experience preferred
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and accounting fundamentals
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments

• Competitive base salary, plus yearly bonuses, and profit sharing
• Generous benefits, including health care, dental, vision and a fully funded HSA
• 401(k) matching program and Prosper wise financial planning advisors for you and your family
• Unbelievable perks, including gym memberships, daycare cost stipends
• Private office space plus a flexible work schedule