Accounts Payable Specialist — Fast-Paced, Detail-Driven

Imperative Logistics Group; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 51,577,000 - 77,366,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

HSA with matching

Job summary

Imperative Logistics Group is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist in Chicago, IL. This role involves processing invoices, managing weekly payments, and ensuring accurate coding and approvals. You will reconcile statements and respond to inquiries in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of AP experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to balance accuracy with urgency while maintaining vendor relationships. Hybrid onsite work and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of accounts payable or related accounting experience.
• Knowledge of accounts payable processes and basic accounting principles.
• Experience reconciling accounts and resolving discrepancies.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a high-volume environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process and post vendor invoices accurately and timely.
• Manage weekly payment processing and documentation.
• Review invoices for approvals, coding, and terms.
• Prioritize payments according to terms and business needs.
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Respond to vendor and internal inquiries.
• Monitor AP aging and follow up on outstanding items.
• Support month-end activities and reconciliations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Assist with additional accounting and admin projects.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Excel

CargoWise

PayCargo

CargoSprint

Workday

Raft

Job description

Imperative Logistics Group is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist in Chicago, IL. This role involves processing invoices, managing weekly payments, and ensuring accurate coding and approvals. You will reconcile statements and respond to inquiries in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of AP experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to balance accuracy with urgency while maintaining vendor relationships. Hybrid onsite work and benefits are offered.