Accounts Payable Specialist (Supplier Onboarding)

Invenergy, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 33,062 - 42,705; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Invenergy LLC, headquartered in Chicago, IL, seeks an Accounts Payable Specialist to maintain vendor payments and landowner disbursements within a high-volume environment. This on-site role reports to the Accounts Payable Manager at our downtown Chicago office.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in AP, proficiency with PO-to-invoice processing, strong communication, and MS Office skills; Oracle Cloud ERP experience is a plus. Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a high-volume accounts payable environment.
• Experience with the PO to invoice payment process.
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication with vendors and employees.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel and Word).
• Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier payments in accordance with contract terms.
• Respond to internal and external payment inquiries.
• Research discrepancies by working with other business units.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to expedite payment issue resolutions.
• Manage and monitor the AP email box and portal for timely processing of invoices.
• Procure proper approvals and supporting documentation prior to payment.
• Assist with supplier maintenance and related issues.
• Print manual checks and distribute as needed.

Skills

Accounts payable

Vendor communication

Multi-tasking

MS Excel

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Oracle Cloud ERP

MS Office

Accounting software

Job description

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land‑based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.

This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. It may remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3‑day posting window.

Position Overview

As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will be responsible for performing accounts payable activities, including but not limited to processing vendor invoices (Purchase Order based) and Landowner payments, ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial data. This role is also responsible for communicating with vendors regarding account discrepancies and supporting the Accounting functions. This on‑site position is based out of our downtown Chicago, IL office and will report to the Accounts Payable Manager.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier payments in accordance with the terms of contracts.
• Respond to internal and external payment inquiries.
• Research and clear any discrepancies by working with other business units.
• Collaborate with internal and external business partners to expedite the resolution of issues pertaining to payments.
• Sort, open and scan incoming accounts payable postal mail into the AP email box.
• Manage and monitor the AP shared email box and the AP Portal throughout the day to ensure timely processing of invoices.
• Procure proper approvals and supporting documentation prior to payment.
• Assist with supplier maintenance and any related issues.
• Print manual checks as needed and distribute to requestor.
• Participate in any team and/or ad hoc projects.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a high‑volume, fast‑paced accounts payable environment.
• Experience with the purchase order to invoice payment process.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi‑task and accomplish all assignments in a timely manner.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with vendors and employees.
• Proficient in MS Office, with exceptional knowledge of Excel and Word.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Oracle Cloud ERP a plus.
• Working knowledge of accounting software packages.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Compensation

Base Pay: $24.00 – $30.90 USD per hour. Bonus: 15%.

Benefits

Invenergy offers a variety of benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.