Role Overview:
The Accounts Payable Specialist will report to the Accounting Manager and support the accounting team with full-cycle accounts payable responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. This contract role will focus on invoice processing, vendor management, payment processing, and maintaining accurate financial records.
Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid Schedule)
Pay Range: $23–29/hour
Type: Contract
Accounts Payable Specialist Responsibilities:
- Process high-volume accounts payable invoices including coding and data entry
- Review and verify invoices for accuracy and proper approvals
- Prepare and process payments including checks, ACH, and wire transfers
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
- Maintain vendor records and assist with vendor communication
- Support month-end close activities related to accounts payable
- Assist with 1099 preparation and year-end reporting
- Utilize Excel for tracking
- 2+ years of full-cycle accounts payable experience
- Experience processing high-volume invoices required
- Intermediate Excel skills preferred
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Experience with ERP/accounting systems required
- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across departments
- Prior experience in a fast-paced corporate environment preferred
Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.