Strategic Accounts AP/AR Specialist

The Ruby Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Health benefits

401k matching

Casual dress code

Open door policy

Job summary

The Ruby Company in Chicago, IL is seeking a motivated AP/AR Administrator to join our finance team. You will assist with accounts payable aging, supplier statements, and AR collections, ensuring accurate reconciliation of credits and debits.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of AP/AR, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work independently or in a team. We offer a competitive base salary, comprehensive benefits, and an open, collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma and strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Office applications.
• Able to communicate effectively via phone and email.
• Must be capable of working independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist department with keeping AP aging up to date and responding to supplier statements.
• Assist department on AR collections while reconciling short pays.
• Apply credits/debits correctly to AP and AR transactions.
• Assist department in pulling daily payable invoices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel

Communication

Team player

Independent worker

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Est. in 1966, The Ruby Company is a national produce, distribution, and supply company that builds partnerships between growers and commercial purchasers to deliver the best product consistently and with integrity.

We believe in an ethical and transparent business model in which we have skin in the game, investing not only in our team and capabilities, but in the relationships, we build with our customers and growers. Since opening our doors, we have built a strong reputation through performance and relationships. We are searching for motivated, hard-working, and driven individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit to join our team. Don't just take any job, build your professional career right here at The Ruby Company.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist department with keeping AP aging up to date and responding to supplier statement.
• Assist department on AR collections while also reconciling short pays.
• Applying credits/debits correctly to both the AP and AR side of each transaction.
• Assist department in pulling daily payable invoices

Ideal Candidate Skills, Experience, and Qualifications

• High School Diploma required
• Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail within daily work assignment
• Ability to review electronic information and compare against a hard copy and reconcile accordingly
• Microsoft Office (Strong Excel Skills Preferred)
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• 1-2 years of related professional experience (AP/AR, Administrative)
• Ability to achieve goals independently and in a team environment
• Ability to be resilient in a high-energy, fast-paced, and competitive setting
• Ability to effectively communicate via phone and e-mail

What we have to offer:

• Competitive base salary (range: $50,000-60,000) + an aggressive bonus plan
• Full health benefits and 401k matching
• Energetic, fun, and friendly work environment
• Limitless internal growth potential
• Casual dress code
• Open door policy- strong engagement and connectivity with company leadership

The Ruby Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.