Staff/AP Accountant

Aspire Professional Talent Solutions; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Professional Talent Solutions is seeking an on-site Staff/AP Accountant in Aurora, IL to manage accounts payable and support month-end closes. You will verify invoices, code postings, and ensure timely vendor payments while maintaining accurate financial records.

The role requires strong accounting knowledge, GAAP expertise, and proficiency with ERP/accounting software. On-site collaboration with the finance team is essential to uphold internal controls and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Strong accounting skills including GAAP and general ledger processes.
• Budgeting, reporting and analysis support experience.
• Account reconciliation and discrepancy resolution experience.
• Invoice processing and high-volume invoicing efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable activities including processing invoices and timely payments to vendors.
• Assist with month-end closing and general accounting functions.
• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure compliance with company policies.

Skills

Accounting skills

GAAP knowledge

General ledger

Invoice processing

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Job description

Role Description

The Staff/AP Accountant role is a full-time, on-site position based in Aurora, IL. This role is responsible for managing accounts payable activities, including processing invoices, verifying accuracy, and ensuring timely payments to vendors. Day-to-day tasks include account reconciliation, coding and posting transactions, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining organized financial records.

The Staff/AP Accountant will assist with month-end closing, support general accounting functions, and collaborate with finance team members to ensure compliance with company policies and relevant accounting standards. The role also involves responding to vendor inquiries, supporting audits, and contributing to process improvements within the accounting function.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Accounting skills, including knowledge of GAAP and general ledger processes.
• Candidates should possess Finance-related skills to support budgeting, reporting, and analysis as needed.
• Candidates should possess Account Reconciliation skills, including experience resolving discrepancies and maintaining accurate balances.
• Candidates should possess Invoice Processing and Invoicing skills, with the ability to manage high volumes accurately and efficiently.
• Relevant qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Beneficial skills include proficiency with accounting software and ERP systems, strong Excel capabilities, and attention to detail.
• Additional qualifications include strong organizational and time-management skills, the ability to work collaboratively on-site, and a commitment to ethical financial practices.