Accounts Payable Administrator

Ryerson Canada; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 2,692,000 - 4,068,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

401K plans with employer-matching

Paid vacation, sick, and holidays

Job summary

Ryerson is seeking an Accounts Payable Admin I in Downers Grove, IL to manage payables across processing and payment cycles. The role collaborates with Sales, Purchasing, and Operations and uses SAP and MS Office to ensure accurate invoicing and reporting.

Qualifications include HS Diploma or GED, 1–3 years in a general office with accounting experience a bonus, and strong communication and discretion. Competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1-3 years’ experience in a general office; accounting experience is a bonus.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Daily interaction with external vendors to answer inquiries and resolve issues.
• Interact with internal teams (Sales, Purchasing, Operations, etc.).
• Process debit/credit memos, enter invoices, reconcile bank statements and reports.
• Provide backup support to team members when busy or absent.
• Perform other duties as assigned and adapt to changes as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Discretion and judgement

Team collaboration

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Welcome to Ryerson, where exceptional career opportunities await. As a leading provider of industrial metal products and services since 1842, we are committed to excellence and best-in-class customer service. Join our team and be a part of a legacy of excellence, where your contributions will be valued, and your development supported. Ryerson offers a dynamic, quality-focused, environment, ideal for advancing your career and making your mark in the metals industry.

As an Accounts Payable Admin I at Ryerson, you will be responsible for all payables, processing, and payment phases.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Daily interaction and communication with external vendors to answer general inquiries and research/solve issues
• Daily internal employee interaction (Sales, Purchasing, Operations, etc.)
• Work with debit/credit memos, enter manual invoices, compare bank, and check reports for accuracy
• Provide backup support to team players when busy and/or absent
• All other duties as assigned or duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred
• 1-3 years’ experience in a general office; accounting experience is a bonus
• SAP experience preferred
• Outstanding computer skills with the ability to apply knowledge of MS Office (Word and Outlook)
• Ability to exercise appropriate discretion and good judgment in completing job duties and maintaining confidential information
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

Salary: $19.54 - $29.53 an hour. A starting salary higher than $19.54 an hour is based on a level of experience and education that significantly exceeds the minimum requirements and is commensurate with the compensation scale.

Ryerson offers eligible employees the following benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401K plans with employer-matching contributions
• Paid vacation, sick, and holidays

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, and pregnancy), age, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, marital status, status as a veteran, or any other federal, state or local protected class or artificial barrier.