Accounts Payable Clerk

IL000 BLUE RIVER PETCARE GROUP LLC; United States; Hybrid; USD 60,174,000 - 68,770,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Paid leave per local laws

Paid holidays

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

Blue River PetCare seeks an Accounts Payable Clerk to support clinics nationwide. The role involves reviewing invoices, coding, processing payments, and reconciling vendor statements. The position supports multiple locations and requires maintaining accurate accounts payable records.

Ideal candidates have Associate’s in accounting, strong Excel skills, and a detail-oriented, proactive approach. A hybrid schedule is offered from the Chicago area with full benefits and room to grow within the

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and proactive problem-solving are essential.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify invoices and check requests.
• Set up and enter invoices and expense reports for payment.
• Post daily cash receipts and deposits in Excel.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Deadline driven

Customer service

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

GAAP understanding

Job description

We’re proud to announce that Blue River PetCare is a certified Great Place To Work! Blue River PetCare is a multi-state owner and operator of high-quality veterinary hospitals, with our corporate office located in downtown Chicago. We take pride in adding team members who share our commitment to supporting the veterinary industry and clinics within Blue River PetCare. In addition to robust benefits, we offer a welcoming culture and ability to develop a career that grows alongside the company. This team member must reside within 40 miles of Blue River PetCare's corporate office (1 S. Wacker Dr., Chicago, IL 60606) to work a hybrid schedule. The Accounts Payable Clerk performs accounting and clerical tasks for Blue River PetCare clinics across the country, compiling, processing and maintaining accounts payable records.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review and verify invoices and check requests
• Sort, code, and match invoices
• Set up and enter invoices and expense reports for payment into accounting system
• Post daily cash receipts and deposits on Excel spreadsheets
• Monitor accounts for multiple locations to ensure payments are current
• Research and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies and issues with vendors and dispute issues for the company
• Create and reconcile consolidated vendor statements and spreadsheets
• Update and maintain vendor database and accounting spreadsheets
• Maintain vendor information, including W9s and 1099 tax preparation and related issues
• Prepare and pay sales tax across multiple locations
• Assist with administrative and clerical tasks
• Other duties and projects as assigned

Requirements

• Excellent attention to detail required
• Proactive problem-solving skills are essential
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Must be flexible and willing to assist with tasks where needed
• Demonstrates excellent customer service skills

Technical Skills

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) is a plus

Education Requirements

• Associate’s degree required; bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75% of the time
• Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access supplies and office machinery
• Frequently communicates with managers at remote locations using email and phone; must be able to exchange clear, accurate information in these situations
• Occasionally move equipment and supplies weighing up to 15 pounds
• Frequently communicates and collaborates with co-workers in the office

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated hourly wage range for this position is $21-24 per hour. In addition to base compensation, this position is eligible for the following additional compensation: annual discretionary bonus. The range displayed above reflects the minimum and maximum compensation the Company reasonably and in good faith expects to offer for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as the candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, education, certifications, internal equity, geographic location, and business needs. Eligible employees may participate in the Company’s benefits program, which include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account and/or Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off
• Paid leave: paid leave benefits are provided in accordance with applicable state and local laws and may vary based on the employee’s work location
• Paid holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Additional voluntary benefits
• Benefits and eligibility may vary based on employment status, scheduled hours, location, and the terms of the applicable plans and policies.

Applications are anticipated to be accepted 30 days from posted date. The Company may extend or close the posting before or after this date based on business needs.

Blue River PetCare values diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where each individual’s unique contributions are respected and supported.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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Our Mission

Supporting veterinary practice success and fostering fulfilling careers A nationwide community of business and veterinary professionals, our mission is to provide a long-term home for veterinary practices to continue to grow and thrive, and a welcoming environment that encourages career growth and development for our team members across the country. Our team is committed to providing resources that help practices thrive and allow clinical teams to take their skills to new levels and get back to what they’re truly passionate about – providing exceptional care to the patients and clients within their local communities.