Accounts Payable Coordinator

Hybrid Accounts Payable Opportunity in

Des Plaines, IL

Now Hiring!

Description

• Primary Responsibilities

• Processes, batches and inputs vendor invoices, employee expense reports, and cash disbursement vouchers into the accounting system

• Reviews, audits, codes, and posts invoices into the accounting system; including identifying unallowable costs in accordance with DCAA established guidelines

• Maintains A/P files and various daily, weekly, and monthly A/P related spreadsheets and reports

• Records monthly G/L journal entries for account distributions

• Prepares monthly A/P adjusting entries and year-end A/P accruals

• Research and resolve monthly vendor statements and invoice discrepancies

• Support project managers, general accounting, purchasing, and AR with AP related matters

• Provide year-end audit support to the Finance Department

• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy

• Knowledge of accounts payable principles, processes, and audit requirements

• Knowledge of business practices and office procedures

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications

• Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat Pro required

• Analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong data entry skills with high level of accuracy

• Must be well organized, a team player and proficient in handling diverse tasks simultaneously

• Ability to adapt to changes in priorities

• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office - particularly Excel and Outlook

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma (associates/bachelor's degree preferred)

• 1-3 years of solid accounts payable (full-cycle), utilizing a window-based accounting system

• Prior experience with government Accounts Payable is a plus

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• ERP is CostPoint, which is a plus, but NOT required.

• Prior experience with government Accounts Payable is a plus.

• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy

• Knowledge of accounts payable principles, processes, and audit requirements

• Knowledge of business practices and office procedures

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications

• Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat Pro required

• Analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong data entry skills with high level of accuracy

• Must be well organized, a team player and proficient in handling diverse tasks simultaneously

• Ability to adapt to changes in priorities

• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office - particularly Excel and Outlook

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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