Accounts Payable Specialist

KEYENCE CORPORATION OF AMERICA • Chicago, IL

13d • Onsite

About The Position

KEYENCE is hiring an entry-level Accounts Payable Specialist for its U.S. headquarters in Itasca, Illinois. The role is part of the Accounting team and supports timely, accurate reimbursement of employee expenses and payment of vendor invoices. The specialist processes expense reports and invoices, maintains accounts payable and accounting systems, and contributes to continuous improvement in financial operations. Applicants must reside in Illinois; relocation is not offered.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and 0–3 years of Accounts Payable experience. Accounting or Finance is preferred. Total compensation is listed as $64,782, comprising a $49,410 base salary and a performance-based annual bonus target of $15,372, paid quarterly. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, and approximately four weeks of PTO in the first full year. KEYENCE describes a promote-from-within culture with opportunities for base and bonus increases.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 0–3 years of Accounts Payable experience.
• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Knowledge of sales and use tax.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Clear, professional communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines with a commitment to accuracy.
• Willingness to learn and perform any department task, including filing and scanning.
• Continuous improvement mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Accounting or Finance degree preferred.
• Familiarity with accounting software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process employee expense reports and vendor invoices for payment.
• Ensure travel policy compliance with IRS tax regulations.
• Set up, create, and maintain vendor records.
• Execute payments by check and ACH.
• Reconcile expense reports and directly billed invoices.
• Scan, file, and batch accounting documents.
• Process general ledger entries and perform subledger account analysis.
• Support additional projects and initiatives as assigned.
• Communicate with employees and vendors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) match.
• Approximately four weeks of paid time off in the first full year.
• Promote-from-within culture with opportunities for base salary and bonus increases.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level