LaSalle Network is partnering with a growing organization in Oak Brook, IL to hire a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist for a contract-to-hire opportunity. This Senior Accounts Payable Specialist role offers the opportunity to join a collaborative finance team, support critical accounting operations and make an immediate impact in a high-volume AP environment.
As a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist, you will be responsible for managing full-cycle accounts payable functions, supporting month-end close activities and ensuring accurate and timely vendor payments. The ideal Senior Accounts Payable Specialist is detail-oriented, organized and experienced working in fast-paced accounting environments.
What's the job?
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Review, verify and process high-volume vendor invoices utilizing 3-way matching (PO, receipt and invoice)
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Manage vendor setup and maintenance while resolving payment and account discrepancies
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Prepare and process ACH, check and wire payments
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Perform vendor statement reconciliations and general ledger account reconciliations
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Support month-end close through AP accruals, aging reports and journal entries
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Generate AP reporting and assist with ad hoc financial analysis
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Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
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Maintain organized and audit-ready AP documentation and records
What's needed?
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3-5+ years of full-cycle Accounts Payable experience
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Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and accounting principles
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Experience working within ERP or AP systems (IQMS experience is a plus)
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Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills and data accuracy
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Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
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Associate's degree in Accounting required; Bachelor's degree preferred
What's in it for me?
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Hybrid schedule with remote Fridays
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Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term career growth
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Exposure to month-end close and process improvement initiatives
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Opportunity to work with an established and collaborative finance team
Key Details:
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Compensation: $35-$40/hour
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Location: Oak Brook, IL
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Work Model: Hybrid (4 days onsite, 1 day remote)
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Benefits: LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit www.thelasallenetwork.com/consultants/
If you're a motivated Senior Accounts Payable Specialist looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to connect with you.
Jessica Xiques
Accounting/Finance Recruiter
LaSalle Network
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