AP/AR Specialist

Corporate Resources of Illinois; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Corporate Resources of Illinois is seeking an experienced AP/AR Specialist for an immediate-start contract in Buffalo Grove, IL. This role requires strong accounts payable and receivable experience, three-way matching, and expert Excel skills to support month-end processes and financial reporting.

The contract runs through February with minimal training required. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in AP/AR with stronger AP background
• Hands-on experience with three-way matching
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills including VLOOKUP and HLOOKUP
• ERP experience required; NetSuite experience strongly preferred
• High school diploma required; some college coursework in accounting is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills; ability to work independently
• Proactive mindset and ability to step in with minimal direction

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice processing and three-way matching
• Prepare check runs and electronic payments
• Process and post customer payments and maintain cash collection records
• Contact customers regarding outstanding balances and assist with collections
• Complete monthly liability account reconciliations
• Utilize Excel to analyze ERP reports and support financial reporting
• Assist with month-end close activities as needed

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Three-way matching

Excel skills

Proactive mindset

Independent work

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Job description

Buffalo Grove, IL | $30–$38/Hour | Immediate Start | Contract Through February

Looking for your next accounting opportunity? We’re seeking an experienced AP/AR Specialist who can hit the ground running and make an immediate impact. This is an immediate-start contract position through the end of February, ideal for someone with a strong accounts payable background, working knowledge of accounts receivable, and the confidence to work independently with minimal training.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice processing and three-way matching
• Prepare check runs and electronic payments
• Process and post customer payments and maintain cash collection records
• Contact customers regarding outstanding balances and assist with collections
• Complete monthly liability account reconciliations
• Utilize Excel to analyze ERP reports and support financial reporting
• Assist with month-end close activities as needed

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in both accounts payable and accounts receivable, with a stronger AP background preferred
• Hands-on experience with three-way matching required
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, and formulas
• ERP experience required; NetSuite experience strongly preferred
• High school diploma required; some college coursework in accounting is a plus
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently
• A proactive mindset and the ability to step in and manage responsibilities with minimal direction

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Competitive pay of $30–$38/hour
• Contract assignment through the end of February
• Structured, low-stress work environment with clearly defined responsibilities
• Opportunity to put your accounting experience to work immediately

Corporate Resources, on behalf of our client located in Buffalo Grove, IL, is contracting an AP/AR Specialist.