Accounts Payable Specialist: Vendor & PO Expert

SET Environmental Inc; Oakbrook Terrace (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

SET Environmental Inc. is seeking an Accounts Payable professional to maintain vendor files, review purchase orders, and process invoices. You will ensure accurate approvals and timely payments, while resolving discrepancies and responding to vendor inquiries.

Ideal candidates have 2-3 years in Accounts Payable, proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook, and demonstrate strong communication, attention to detail, and teamwork within a fast-paced accounting environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of Accounts Payable experience.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with all department levels.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain vendor files, set up new vendors, reconcile discrepancies and payment issues.
• Review POs for descriptions, coding, vendor selection, PO date, and job number.
• Edit POs and enter invoices into accounting system.
• Review, code and process invoices and check requests.
• Ensure proper approval and accuracy on all invoices prior to payment.
• Respond professionally to inquiries about POs and invoices from vendors or management.
• Monitor AP operations, including invoice research, follow-up, and standardization of input.
• Assist with month-end duties including close of accounts payable and reconciling open PO report.
• Comply with internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

SET Environmental Inc. is seeking an Accounts Payable professional to maintain vendor files, review purchase orders, and process invoices. You will ensure accurate approvals and timely payments, while resolving discrepancies and responding to vendor inquiries.

Ideal candidates have 2-3 years in Accounts Payable, proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook, and demonstrate strong communication, attention to detail, and teamwork within a fast-paced accounting environment.