Accounts Payable Clerk

The Korte Company; Highland (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Korte Company seeks an Accounts Payable Clerk for its Highland, IL office, responsible for managing invoices, payments, and general office tasks. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational, communication, and critical thinking skills while handling confidential information carefully. A competitive pay and benefits package is offered, making this position a valued opportunity for professionals in the accounting field.

Benefits

Annual discretionary bonus

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Parental leave

Vacation and sick time

Company-paid holidays

Qualifications

• Strong critical thinking, organization, and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task within time constraints.

Responsibilities

• Route invoices to internal parties for payment approval and post into the accounting system.
• Manage subcontractors invoicing and payment process.
• Reconcile monthly vendor statements.

Skills

Critical thinking

Organization

Time management

Communication

Computer skills

Confidentiality maintenance

Education

Associate degree in a related field

Job description

The Korte Company is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in Highland, IL. This position will be responsible for assisting our accounting department with daily administrative tasks. The ideal candidate is knowledgeable, dependable and responsible with confidential information.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Route invoices to internal parties for payment approval and post into accounting system
• Write checks
• Manage subcontractors invoicing and payment process
• Create, send, and track lien waivers
• Perform general office duties like scanning, filing, answering the phone
• Review credit card statements for accuracy against receipts
• Reconcile monthly vendor statements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The characteristics listed below are representative of those sought to perform this job successfully.

• Must comply with federal, state and company policies, procedures and regulations
• Strong critical thinking, organization and time management skills
• Self-starter and motivated with minimal supervision
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task within time constraints
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Professional in actions and appearance
• Effective interactions with owners, subcontractors, employees and assistants
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE

Qualified applicants will have:

• Associate degree in a related field will be preferred but is not required
• Prior experience in similar role will be preferred but is not required

ABOUT THE KORTE COMPANY

The Korte Company was founded in 1958 on the belief that professionalism, quality and value added services are fundamental to a successful company. More than sixty years later, that philosophy has earned Korte the reputation for delivering high quality, responsive services to our clients nationwide. Korte pursues large construction projects from offices in St. Louis, MO, Highland, IL, and Las Vegas, NV.

This position is eligible for our competitive pay and benefits package including annual discretionary bonus subject to company and individual performance. Additional comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, FSA/HRA, life, disability, 401(k), parental leave, phone allowance, vacation, sick time and company paid holidays. Role and compensation decisions are dependent on a variety of factors including education, qualifications, experience, skills, training, certifications, location, etc. Only fully qualified candidates should apply. No phone calls, direct mailings or drop-in inquiries allowed. The Korte Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.