Accounts Payable Specialist

BALL HORTICULTURAL COMPANY • West Chicago, IL

19d • $28 - $30

About The Position

As the Accounts Payable Specialist, you process invoices and payments so vendor and employee expenses are accurately recorded and paid. You resolve posting discrepancies and manage payment-related requests with vendors, purchasing, and other business partners. Your work keeps account balances clear and helps vendors and employees receive the payments they are due.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience in accounting.
• Three years of accounts payable and other accounting experience.
• Accurate and efficient data-entry skills.
• Experience and proficiency with SAP, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to work and communicate with vendors, team members, and business partners.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work with limited supervision.
• Ability to manage time effectively and remain composed during high-volume periods.
• Accepts responsibility for decisions, actions, and outcomes, including setbacks.
• Approaches challenges with a can-do attitude and maintains momentum in positive and difficult situations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Concur, Esker, and SharePoint.

Responsibilities

• Verify and process non-purchase order invoices through the Esker platform.
• Audit and post seed-related invoices in the ERP system.
• Investigate vendor posting issues, analyze root causes, and resolve discrepancies using sound judgment.
• Create employee profiles in Concur and review and process expense reimbursement reports.
• Review, code, and verify transactions and journal entries.
• Execute scheduled payment runs within the ERP system.
• Initiate wire transfers and post payments once processed.
• Manage year-end closing by obtaining vendor statements, confirming open balances, and completing necessary payments.
• Perform verbal verification of vendor banking details.
• Provide backup coverage for accounts payable team members during vacations or absences.
• Respond promptly and professionally by email to inquiries from business partners and vendors.
• Refund and deposit vendors’ checks.
• Participate in cross-training to support review and posting of freight invoices within the EDI reporting system.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401k/Profit Sharing Retirement Plan.
• Paid time off benefits, including vacation and holidays.
• Tuition assistance.
• On-site subsidized café overlooking 30 acres of display gardens and restored natural areas.
• Employee Assistance Program and Positive Health programs.

What This Job Offers

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