Specialist, AP / AR

Ferrara•Chicago, IL

1d•$46,425 - $64,995•Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Specialist handles the company’s financial obligations by processing invoices, verifying transactions, and maintaining accurate records. This role ensures vendors are paid correctly and supports overall financial accuracy.

Requirements

Knowledge of accounts payable processes
Analytical and problem-solving skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Effective communication and collaboration skills
Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
Strong organizational and time management skill
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
1–3+ years of accounts payable or general accounting experience
Knowledge of AP processes, invoice lifecycle, and payment methods
Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data analysis)

Nice To Haves

Excel and ERP system experience is preferred.
Experience with SAP S/4HANA and OpenText is preferred

Responsibilities

Process vendor invoices through OpenText VIM, including OCR capture, indexing, and workflow routing
Perform 2-way and 3-way matching in SAP S/4HANA (PO, goods receipt, invoice)
Monitor and manage blocked invoices and workflow queues in VIM
Ensure accurate coding (GL, cost centers, profit centers)
Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies
Work VIM exception queues and coordinate approvals across departments
Reprocess failed invoices and ensure timely resolution of blocked items