On-Site Accounts Payable Specialist

AB SPECIALTY SILICONES L LC; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

AB SPECIALTY SILICONES L LC is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk on-site in Waukegan, IL. The role focuses on processing invoices, ensuring timely payments, reconciling accounts, and supporting month-end close.

The candidate will handle three-way matching, vendor inquiries, and AP workflow improvements while maintaining strict confidentiality and accuracy in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years accounts payable or general accounting experience.
• Proficiency with accounting software such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, or Sage.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail. High school diploma required; associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices for payment with accurate coding and approvals.
• Perform three-way matching of invoices, POs, and receiving documents.
• Prepare weekly/biweekly check runs, ACH, and wire transfers.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain organized AP files and respond to vendor inquiries.
• Assist with month-end close, AP accruals, and reconciliations.
• Monitor AP aging and flag past-due items; ensure internal controls.
• Assist with W-9 collection and 1099 preparation; support audits.
• Collaborate with logistics to improve invoice and payment workflows.

Skills

Accounts payable

Excel

Attention to detail

General accounting

Discretion with confidential info

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree in accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

NetSuite

SAP

Sage

Job description

AB SPECIALTY SILICONES L LC is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk on-site in Waukegan, IL. The role focuses on processing invoices, ensuring timely payments, reconciling accounts, and supporting month-end close.

The candidate will handle three-way matching, vendor inquiries, and AP workflow improvements while maintaining strict confidentiality and accuracy in a high-volume environment.