Accounts Payable Clerk (Primarily Remote)

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist for a growing consulting organization in Downtown Chicago! This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to grow their career in a collaborative and flexible environment. While previous Accounts Payable experience is preferred, we are also open to considering entry-level candidates with 1–2 years of accounting, finance, or AP-related experience. Candidates with prior experience working within a consulting or professional services environment are highly encouraged to apply.

Position: Accounts Payable Specialist

Salary: $48,000 - $50,000 annually

Location: Chicago Loop

Position Type: Direct Hire

Work Schedule: Mostly Remote (2 days per week in office)

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and audit invoices for proper coding, approvals, and compliance with company policies.
• Process vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely payment.
• Perform three-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documentation.
• Prepare and process weekly payment runs, ACH transactions, and vendor payments.
• Set up and maintain vendor records and supporting documentation.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and AP-related reconciliations as needed.
• Monitor outstanding invoices and maintain accurate accounts payable records.
• Assist with month-end close activities and reporting.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Support additional accounting and finance projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 1–2+ years of Accounts Payable, Accounting, or Finance experience; experienced AP professionals are also encouraged to apply.
• Previous consulting, professional services, or client-service industry experience is highly preferred.
• Experience with three-way matching processes preferred.
• Microsoft Dynamics GP experience is highly preferred.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including sorting, filtering, and basic formulas.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a hybrid work environment.

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance