Accounts Payable Assistant (Temporary Role)

KemperSports • Northbrook, IL

2d • $20 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

KemperSports is seeking a temporary Accounts Payable Assistant to join their team in Northbrook, Illinois. This in-office role will supplement existing A/P resources and is responsible for organizing invoice backup for client reimbursement, reviewing, coding, approving, and processing invoices and expense reports for the Support Office. The position ensures compliance with company policies and procedures, maintains accurate accounts payable records, and processes payments. Additional duties include processing invoices and manual checks, assisting with 1099 preparation, responding to vendor and employee inquiries, maintaining vendor records, and providing accrual information for month-end close.

Requirements

• Minimum two years A/P or A/R experience
• Experience with Microsoft suite of products, specifically Excel
• Experience with A/P workflow automation software, Bill.com preferred
• Attention to detail
• Service focused mindset
• Demonstrated history of working in a dynamic team based environment
• Demonstrated quality written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP

Nice To Haves

• College degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Organize invoice backup that is used to support expenses billed back to clients
• Assist in reviewing invoices for proper approval, coding, and supporting documentation prior to processing for payment.
• Assist in communicating with on-site and off-site employees regarding invoice issues and respond to inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Enter and process invoices, manual checks, and other accounts payable transactions accurately and timely within the company’s AP system
• Meet all assigned deadlines, month-end close deadlines, and other company-specific requirements.
• Respond to invoice inquiries from vendors and field staff via phone and email, ensuring timely resolution.
• Assist with the annual 1099 process, including reviewing vendor records for completeness and accuracy and obtaining required information and documentation.
• Obtain, organize, and maintain supporting documentation for invoices processed through Bill.com.
• Support the accounts receivable function by obtaining and organizing supporting documentation for customer billings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree