AP Specialist

ITW • Des Plaines, IL

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About The Position

ITW is a Fortune 200 global multi-industrial manufacturing leader with seven industry-leading business segments operating in more than 50 countries. The company fosters an entrepreneurial, decentralized culture where employees are empowered to make decisions and take ownership to create innovative solutions. ITW is committed to investing in its people, supporting their growth through unique and relevant development opportunities, and valuing diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas. The company operates on values of Integrity, Simplicity, Trust, Respect, and Shared Risk, and is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair treatment for all employees.

Responsibilities

• Check and approve vouchers for payment by applying the “three-way” match concept
• Review approvals and maintain records
• Respond to external vendors and internal managers regarding all aspects of the accounts payable process, including processing invoices for payment, recording sales tax, assisting with bank reconciliations, etc.
• Verify the accuracy of vendor invoices and confirm that the correct general ledger account codes are used
• Generate payment to vendors on a routine schedule and match the check with backup for review by the Accounting Manager
• Inspect paid and unpaid invoices including cleared payment inquiries and check voiding to maintain accurate files and records according to company standards
• Review automatic payments to ensure correct coding and authorization as well as sufficient contracts and documentation
• Develop and maintain a filing system for financial information, records, and documents to ensure easily available information
• Review and approve employee expense reports for reimbursement
• Prepare monthly Accounts Payable Report: A/P Aging and Unvouchered Receipts
• Participation as a key stakeholder in ERP improvement projects
• Proposing continuous improvement ideas to simplify A/P process
• Provide backup for the remaining A/P activities
• Other projects and responsibilities as required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees