Accounts Payable Specialist - Detail-Oriented & Efficient

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Glen Carbon (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Madison County, Illinois seeks an Accounts Payable Clerk with 2+ years AP experience to join the accounting team. The role focuses on timely payment processing, vendor management, and adherence to accounting principles.

The position is full-time with evaluation hire, offering benefits and potential for growth within a collaborative, accuracy-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Accounts Payable experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong data entry skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial information.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately and timely.
• Match purchase orders, invoices, and receiving documents.
• Verify invoice approvals and coding prior to payment.
• Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payments and account status.
• Maintain organized electronic and paper filing systems.
• Assist with month-end closing activities and account reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.
• Generate accounts payable reports as requested by management.
• Support other accounting and administrative functions as needed.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Excel proficiency

Data entry

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Job description

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Madison County, Illinois seeks an Accounts Payable Clerk with 2+ years AP experience to join the accounting team. The role focuses on timely payment processing, vendor management, and adherence to accounting principles.

The position is full-time with evaluation hire, offering benefits and potential for growth within a collaborative, accuracy-driven environment.