Accounts Payable Specialist - Growth, Collaboration, Rewards

Cohen & Co; Deer Park (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Cohen & Co is seeking an Accounts Payable & Financial Processing professional to review, verify, and record vendor invoices with accuracy and timeliness in a dynamic real estate-related setting.

You will maintain vendor records, resolve discrepancies, process checks and ACH payments, and support year-end 1099 and reconciliations while collaborating with accounting and finance teams. Strong Excel and accounting software experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of one year of accounts payable or banking/financial services experience required; real estate experience a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with accounting or accounts payable software (e.g., Yardi, Bill, Expensify, or similar systems) preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and record vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date financial records including the setup of vendors.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and vendor inquiries.
• Issue, reissue, and distribute checks; process special payment requests as needed.
• Process and record ACH payments.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and firm policies.
• Support annual reporting processes including 1099 preparation.
• Assist with account reconciliations and documentation preparation.
• Maintain accurate accounts payable files and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate closely with the broader accounting and finance teams.
• Communicate professionally with clients and external vendors.
• Demonstrate strong organization and time management skills while balancing multiple priorities.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiencies

Skills

Excel

Time management

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Independent & collaborative work

Education

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

Yardi

Bill

Expensify

MS Office

Job description

Cohen & Co is seeking an Accounts Payable & Financial Processing professional to review, verify, and record vendor invoices with accuracy and timeliness in a dynamic real estate-related setting.

You will maintain vendor records, resolve discrepancies, process checks and ACH payments, and support year-end 1099 and reconciliations while collaborating with accounting and finance teams. Strong Excel and accounting software experience preferred.