AP Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

Salary : $50,000-$60,000

A growing, privately held company in the transportation and dealership space is looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to take ownership of key vendor payment and invoice processes. This Accounts Payable Specialist will work directly with the accounting team to ensure smooth, accurate, and timely payables across multiple locations, all while having the autonomy to improve processes and build strong relationships with both vendors and internal teams.

The position is based in the western suburbs of Chicagoland and follows a fully in-office schedule (Monday-Friday).

Why consider this Accounts Payable Specialist opportunity :

Company is growing and investing in employees and technology

Stable industry with a quality product that's a major part of the Chicagoland economy

Role offers autonomy and the chance to create process improvements

Supportive, tight-knit team environment

Competitive pay, strong benefits, and 401(k) with company match

A few things you might do as the Accounts Payable Specialist :

Review all invoices for proper documentation and approvals before payment

Match invoices to checks, obtain necessary signatures, and distribute checks efficiently

Process check requests and audit credit card statements as part of regular Accounts Payable Specialist duties

Research and resolve invoice discrepancies in coordination with vendors and other departments

Maintain accurate vendor account balances by reconciling statements and responding to inquiries

Assist with month-end close, annual 1099 filings, and year-end audits

Serve as a key Accounts Payable Specialist contact for vendors, ensuring positive relationships and timely resolutions

Ideal Background :

High school diploma required; some college-level accounting preferred

2-3+ years in an accounting or Accounts Payable Specialist role

Strong general ledger and account reconciliation skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

Experience with dealership accounting systems is a plus

Attention to detail, analytical mindset, and strong follow-through

If you're an Accounts Payable Specialist who thrives in a busy, hands-on environment and wants to join a stable company with a people-first culture-this role offers the opportunity to make a direct, visible impact every day.

$50K-60K