Accounts Payable Specialist

invenergyllc; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Paid time off

Job summary

Invenergy LLC, headquartered in Chicago, IL, is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage PO-based invoices and landowner payments from its downtown office. The role reports to the Accounts Payable Manager, with a hybrid schedule (in-office Mon-Thu, Fri remote if permitted).

The position emphasizes high-volume AP processing, vendor communication, and accurate financial data management, with opportunities to contribute to various team projects.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a high-volume accounts payable environment.
• Purchase order to invoice payment process experience.
• Experience with Oracle Cloud ERP is a plus.
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with vendors and employees.
• Proficient in MS Office; Excel and Word knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier payments per contracts.
• Respond to payment inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Research and clear discrepancies with other business units.
• Collaborate with partners to resolve payment issues promptly.
• Handle AP mail and AP Portal daily for timely processing.
• Obtain proper approvals and supporting docs before payment.
• Maintain supplier records and related issues.
• Complete IRS TIN matching for land and non-land suppliers.
• Deposit checks and maintain supporting files.
• Print and distribute manual checks as needed.
• Participate in team projects as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Tools

Oracle Cloud ERP

MS Office

Excel

Word

Job description

Invenergy is North America's largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.

Invenergy follows a hybrid schedule, working in office Monday through Thursday and remotely on Fridays if work permits.

This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.

Job Description

Position Overview

As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will be responsible for performing accounts payable activities, including but not limited to, processing vendor invoices (Purchase Order based) as well as Landowner payments, ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial data. This role is also responsible for communicating with vendors regarding account discrepancies and supporting the Accounting functions. This position is based out of our downtown Chicago, IL office and will report to the Accounts Payable Manager.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier payments in accordance with the terms of contracts
• Respond to internal and external payment inquiries
• Research and clear any discrepancies by working with other business units
• Collaborate with internal and external business partners to expedite the resolution of issues pertaining to payments
• Sort, open and scan incoming accounts payable postal mail into AP email box
• Manage and monitor AP shared email box and the AP Portal throughout the day to ensure timely processing of invoices
• Procure proper approvals and supporting documentation prior to payment
• Assist with supplier maintenance and any relating issues
• Complete the IRS taxpayer identification number matching process for land and non-land suppliers
• Deposit US and Canadian checks into the banking system and maintain files with supporting documentation
• Print manual checks as needed and distribute to requesto
• Participate in any team ad hoc projects

Minimum Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a high volume, fast paced accounts payable environment.
• Experience with the purchase order to invoice payment process
• Experience with Oracle Cloud ERP a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and accomplish all assignments in a timely manner.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with vendors and employees.
• Proficient in MS Office, with exceptional knowledge of Excel and Word.
• Working knowledge of accounting software packages.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Base Pay

$24.00 - $30.90 USD Hourly

Bonus: 15%

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills.

In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.

Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.