Senior Specialist Accounts Payable

JLL•Westmont, IL

2d•$57,000 - $57,300•Onsite

About The Position

As a Senior Specialist Accounts Payable at JLL, you will play a critical role in maintaining the financial integrity and operational efficiency of our organization. You will manage the end-to-end accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, expense reports, and payment requests. This position requires a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and contributes to JLL's commitment to financial excellence and exceptional client service. Your expertise will directly support our property management operations and help drive seamless business processes across the organization.

Requirements

Minimum five years of accounts payable or accounting-related experience
High School diploma or equivalent
Proven experience in an electronic accounts payable processing environment
Strong computer system skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Demonstrated ability to work independently and prioritize work to meet deadlines
Excellent oral and written communication skills with strong attention to detail
Ability to work overtime when required to support business needs

Nice To Haves

College degree with accounting coursework
Experience with Microsoft Access
Knowledge of accounts payable systems and software
Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong team player with collaborative work style
Willingness and proven ability to accept responsibility and take ownership of assigned tasks

Responsibilities

Process various types of accounts payable transactions, including data entry of vendor invoices, expense reports, and manual and emergency check requests with accuracy and efficiency
Respond to property inquiries via email and phone, providing timely and professional communication to internal and external customers and vendors
Monitor and enforce compliance by all JLL employees involved in the A/P process, ensuring adherence to standard accounts payable policies and procedures
Gather and track data on department processing metrics on a daily basis to support continuous improvement initiatives
Work independently to prioritize tasks and manage workload effectively to meet critical deadlines
Assist in training new accounts payable employees as needed, sharing knowledge and best practices
Perform various other duties as assigned by supervisors to support team objectives and business needs