Accounts Payable Specialist. West Chicago LilyLifestyle

Job Type

Full-time

Description

The primary purpose of the position is to post vendor invoices, initiate various types of payment requests, manage vendor requests & the purchasing department's requests and request new vendor set up.

• Verify and process non-purchase order invoices through the Esker platform
• Audit and post seed-related invoices in the ERP system
• Investigate vendor posting issues, analyze root causes, and apply sound judgment to resolve discrepancies
• Create employee profiles in Concur, review and process expense reimbursement reports
• Reviews, codes, and verifies transactions and journal entries
• Execute scheduled payment runs within the ERP system
• Initiate wire transfers and post payments once processed
• Manage year-end closing by obtaining vendor statements, confirming open balances, and completing necessary payments
• Perform verbal verification of vendor banking details
• Provide backup coverage for A/P team members during vacations or absences
• Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries from business partners and vendors received via email
• Refund and deposit the vendors check
• Participate in cross-training to support the review and posting of freight invoices within the EDI reporting system

• Must have an Associate's degree or equivalent work experience in accounting
• 3 years of accounts payable and other accounting experience
• Requires accurate and efficient data entry skills
• Must have experience and be proficient in SAP, Excel, and Outlook
• Experience with Concur, Esker and SharePoint is a plus
• Ability to work and communicate with vendors and other team members, and business partners
• Detail oriented, excellent organizational skills
• Self-motivated and can work with limited supervision
• Ability to manage time effectively and not get overwhelmed during high volume times
• Accepts responsibility for decisions, actions, and outcomes, including setbacks.
• Approaches challenges with a can-do attitude, maintaining momentum in both positive and difficult situations.

$28-$30/Hour

• Ability to Sit/Stand up to 100 % of the day
• Ability to use Hands/Fingers up to 100 % of the day

We provide a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes:

• Medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance
• 401k/Profit Sharing Retirement Plan
• Paid time off benefits including vacation and holidays
• Tuition assistance
• An on-site subsidized café overlooking 30 acres of renowned display gardens and restored natural areas
• Employee Assistance Program and Positive Health programs