Accounts Payable

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage the full accounts payable cycle, ensuring accurate invoicing and timely payments. The role supports a growing finance team in a fast-paced environment.

The candidate should have an associate’s degree or higher in accounting or finance, experience in accounts payable, and strong Excel and accounting software skills. This position offers competitive compensation and benefits and opportunities for growth within the

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Prior experience in accounts payable or a similar accounting role preferred.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and best practices.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and ensure timely and accurate payments
• Review and verify invoices for accuracy, proper approval, and compliance with company policies
• Maintain accurate and organized accounts payable records
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate and resolve discrepancies
• Assist with month-end close activities related to accounts payable
• Prepare reports related to accounts payable activity and payment status
• Communicate with vendors and internal departments regarding invoices and payment inquiries
• Provide general accounting and administrative support to the finance team as needed

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Excel proficiency

Accounting software experience

Education

Associate's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Accounts Payable Specialist

Salary: $60,000-$70,000 + Bonus

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Accounts Payable Specialist to join a growing finance team. This role is responsible for managing the full accounts payable cycle, ensuring accurate processing of invoices, timely payments, and strong vendor relationships. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and comfortable working in a fast-paced professional environment.

Key Responsibilities of the Accounts Payable Specialist:

• Process vendor invoices and ensure timely and accurate payments
• Review and verify invoices for accuracy, proper approval, and compliance with company policies
• Maintain accurate and organized accounts payable records
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate and resolve discrepancies
• Assist with month-end close activities related to accounts payable
• Prepare reports related to accounts payable activity and payment status
• Communicate with vendors and internal departments regarding invoices and payment inquiries
• Provide general accounting and administrative support to the finance team as needed

Qualifications of the Accounts Payable Specialist:

• Associate's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Prior experience in accounts payable or a similar accounting role preferred
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and best practices
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills

Why Join our Client as an Accounts Payable Specialist?

• Collaborative and professional work environment
• Opportunity to grow within an established finance team
• Competitive compensation and benefits

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