Accounts Payable Specialist New Chicago, IL

Gelber Group; Illinois; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Gelber Group, a leading proprietary trading firm, is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist in Chicago, IL. The role involves managing vendor payments, ensuring compliance, and maintaining accurate financial records, requiring strong organizational skills and accounting knowledge. Join a dynamic finance team and contribute to a collaborative culture focused on innovation and entrepreneurship.

Benefits

401(k) retirement program with discretionary employer match

Comprehensive health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Flex Spending Accounts for health care

Life insurance and long-term disability coverage

Generous vacation time and paid leave

Social events and enjoyable work environment

Employee referral bonus program

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable principles.
• High level of integrity and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume vendor invoices and employee expense reimbursements.
• Manage and maintain accounts payable records, including vendor setup.
• Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft GP

Job description

We are Gelber Group -- Passion for Trading. Powered by Technology.

For 40 years, we have set the bar as one of the industry’s most innovative and enduring proprietary trading firms. We are headquartered in Chicago with offices and remote team members across the United States and Europe. Our success derives from a relentless pursuit of new trading ideas and careful attention to technology. Our culture of entrepreneurship, innovation and collaboration empowers each member of our team to have a meaningful impact from the day they join Gelber. We believe our talented staff are our greatest asset and we are committed to providing them the resources they need to succeed. With 16 distinct trading groups, we trade a little bit of everything here – with diverse styles and approaches across all major global marketplaces – and we are always looking to expand into new opportunities. Our flat organizational structure ensures a true meritocracy and attracts individuals with an edge to contribute to our consistent success.

Gelber Group is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team. This individual will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of our accounting department by managing vendor payments, ensuring compliance with internal controls, and maintaining accurate financial records. The ideal candidate will bring both a process-driven mindset and a collaborative attitude to our fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Process high-volume vendor invoices and employee expense reimbursements in a timely and accurate manner.
• Review invoices and related documentation for accuracy, appropriate approvals, and proper coding.
• Manage and maintain accounts payable records, including vendor setup and W-9 collection.
• Prepare and execute weekly payment runs via ACH, wire transfer, and checks.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies or payment issues.
• Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals and account reconciliations.
• Support annual audits and provide requested documentation as needed.

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting, preferably in a trading or financial services environment.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable principles and practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel & Microsoft GP.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally.
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information.

The approximate annual base compensation range for this position in Chicago, IL is $50,000 to $70,000. The actual offer, reflecting the total compensation package plus benefits, will be determined by a number of factors which include but are not limited to the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities; geographic location; and internal equity. In addition to your salary, our total rewards package includes health benefits, a 401(k) plan, PTO, parental leave, professional development, tuition reimbursement and discretionary bonus, enhancing your overall total rewards package.

Benefits Highlights

Gelber offers a wide range of benefits to full-time employees, including:

• Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement program with discretionary employer match
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical coverage provided by Blue Cross and Blue Shield (PPO and HDHP/HSA) and dental coverage; generous employer cost-sharing
• Tuition reimbursement for Undergraduate and Graduate courses
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care; pre-tax commuter benefits for parking and transit expenses
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Health club membership with on-site facilities (and reciprocal memberships)
• Generous vacation time (15-day accrual in first full calendar year of employment; prorated accrual in initial year), paid holidays, and paid maternity/paternity leave
• Weekly catered lunches and monthly continental breakfasts
• Social events including sponsored 5k races and annual holiday party
• Enjoyable work environment including golf simulator
• Employee referral bonus program
• Charitable giving and company matching opportunities
• Casual, relaxed dress code

If you are based in California, we encourage you to read the Gelber Privacy Notice for California Employees and Applicants, linkedhere .

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