Accounts Payable Specialist

Sewer Equipment Co Of America • Dixon, IL

24d

About The Position

This role involves directly overseeing all accounts payable activities, including coding, approvals, processing invoices, and managing weekly check runs. The specialist will establish and maintain vendor relationships, resolve credit hold issues, and perform reconciliations of accounts payable, warranty/return credits, RGNI reports, and vendor statements. Key responsibilities also include maintaining accurate vendor files, researching sales tax issues, providing management reports, and preparing IRS Form 1099. The position requires strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, along with being detail-oriented, organized, and possessing excellent communication skills.

Requirements

• Microsoft Office skills including but not limited to Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Motivated self-starter
• 2 years Accounts Payable experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Nice To Haves

• Associates Degree in Accounting is preferred
• Experience preferable in a manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

• Directly oversee all accounts payable activities, including coding, approvals, and processing of AP invoices and weekly check runs
• Establish and maintain a solid working relationship with external vendors
• Manage and resolve any credit hold issues with vendors to ensure new order releases
• Perform basic analysis/reconciliations of accounts payable, warranty/return credits, RGNI report, and vendor statements
• Maintain files on vendor invoices and W-9’s
• Research sales tax issues on vendor invoices
• Provide reports as requested to update management on the status of accounts payable
• Maintain accurate vendor files
• Prepare and file IRS Form 1099 for all eligible vendors

Benefits

• Productivity Bonus, paid quarterly. Average 2025 payout was $7/hour. Payouts are based on overall company profitability, and attendance.
• Company Provided Life Insurance
• 401K with company match
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• Health, vision, and dental insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees