Accounts Payable Specialist: Fast Close & Accurate Invoicing

Charles Industries, An Amphenol Company; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Amphenol Charles Industries is seeking an Accounts Specialist – Accounts Payable to accurately process invoices and close AP for month end on time. The role involves coding invoices, vendor statement reconciliations, and ensuring timely payments.

The candidate should have 3 years of accounting experience, high school diploma or GED (associate degree preferred), and strong MS Office skills. Office-based position with standard business hours.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Code and process A/P invoices with proper documentation and approvals.
• Review and reconcile monthly vendor statements; contact vendors to resolve discrepancies.
• Distribute invoices for payment approval to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain non-approved invoices and follow up daily.
• Enter data into accounting system and scan images accurately.
• Review and process expense reports per policy.
• Prepare daily funds requests and weekly check runs; on-site or mail delivery.
• Maintain vendor files including W-9 and payment terms.
• Analyze early payment discounts to maximize savings.
• Support timely month-end close of A/P including accruals.
• Manage A/P aging, resolve issues, report overdue status to manager.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close, including reports and 1099s.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Amphenol Charles Industries is seeking an Accounts Specialist – Accounts Payable to accurately process invoices and close AP for month end on time. The role involves coding invoices, vendor statement reconciliations, and ensuring timely payments.

The candidate should have 3 years of accounting experience, high school diploma or GED (associate degree preferred), and strong MS Office skills. Office-based position with standard business hours.