What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable Specialist position at Corporate Resources of Illinois?
Corporate Resources, on behalf of our client located in Buffalo Grove, IL, is hiring a full-time, permanent Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable Specialist.
Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable Specialist – Buffalo Grove, IL
$55,000 -$60,000/Annually- Plus benefits
Do you wake up every day wanting to make a difference in the world? Here, you could be a part of a company that changes and enhances the lives of thousands of people. We make custom components that go into innovative products that are impacting everyone from our Navy Seal Teams to patients needing lifesaving medical devices and treatments. Every day, we remain passionate and committed, because what we do matters!
As we are experiencing exponential growth, we are looking for an Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable Specialist. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in accounting and will be able to hit the ground running! They will also be organized and numbers-oriented person that enjoys collaboration and will appreciate the cohesive team environment we have built.
Responsibilities:
- Ability to lead workflow and coordinate processes for both AR and AP functions at the corporate level
- Research and input cash receipt data daily, verify bank deposits and process bank transactions
- Oversee check runs and issue manual check when needed
- Maintain accurate, updated customer and vendor files in the ERP system
- Process accounts payable payments and approve vouchers
- Ability to reconcile accounts to help manage integrity of financial records
- Answer vendor inquiries and build/maintain strong vendor relationships
- Analyze vendor accounts and assist in negotiating extended terms with vendors
- Assist with month end closing
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1 years’ experience in AR/AP
- Critical thinker
- Strong initiative and highly motivated to do things ‘right’ the first time
- Proven leadership ability, attention to detail, time management, communication and organizational skills
- Proficient in MS Word, strong Microsoft Excel
- Team player
Benefits:
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance, dental and vision
- 401K with generous match
- 15 days PTO plus holiday pay
Salary : $55,000 - $60,000
