Accounts Payable Specialist

Invenergy • Chicago, IL

18d • Hybrid

About The Position

As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will perform accounts payable activities, including processing purchase-order-based vendor invoices and landowner payments, while ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial data. You will communicate with vendors about account discrepancies and support Accounting functions. The position is based in Invenergy’s downtown Chicago, Illinois office and reports to the Accounts Payable Manager. Invenergy follows a hybrid schedule: in-office Monday through Thursday and remote on Fridays if work permits.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in a high-volume, fast-paced accounts payable environment.
• Experience with the purchase-order-to-invoice payment process.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask and complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with vendors and employees.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with exceptional knowledge of Excel and Word.
• Working knowledge of accounting software packages.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Eligible to work in the United States without current or future employer visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Oracle Cloud ERP.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier payments in accordance with contract terms.
• Respond to internal and external payment inquiries.
• Research and clear discrepancies by working with other business units.
• Collaborate with internal and external business partners to resolve payment issues.
• Sort, open, and scan incoming accounts payable mail into the AP email box.
• Manage and monitor the AP shared email box and AP Portal throughout the day to ensure timely invoice processing.
• Obtain proper approvals and supporting documentation before payment.
• Assist with supplier maintenance and related issues.
• Complete the IRS taxpayer identification number matching process for land and non-land suppliers.
• Deposit U.S. and Canadian checks into the banking system and maintain supporting documentation files.
• Print and distribute manual checks as needed.
• Participate in team ad hoc projects.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Eligibility to participate in bonus programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed