Accounts Payable Specialist

Invenergy, LLC; 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, based in Chicago, IL, seeks an Accounts Payable Specialist to handle vendor invoices, landowner payments and AP processes from our downtown Chicago office, reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager. The role offers a hybrid schedule (in-office Mon-Thu, remote Fridays when feasible) and open posting window of at least 3 calendar days.

Base pay ranges from $24.00 to $30.90 per hour, with a 15% bonus potential. Full benefits include medical, dental, and vision, 401k, and PTO.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a high volume, fast paced accounts payable environment.
• Experience with the purchase order to invoice payment process.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of accounting software packages.
• Proficient in MS Office, with exceptional knowledge of Excel and Word.
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier payments in accordance with the terms of contracts.
• Respond to internal and external payment inquiries.
• Research and clear 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 requestor.
• Participate in any team ad hoc projects.

Skills

Vendor communications

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Tools

Oracle Cloud ERP

MS Excel

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.

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.

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, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.