Accounts Payable Coordinator

Harcourt Matthews

Chicago, IL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounts Payable, Analysis Skills, Billing, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Customer Support/Service, Data Processing, Data Quality, Detail Oriented, Establish Priorities, Financial Reporting, Financial Transactions, Maintain Compliance, Multitasking, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Payment Processing, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Management, Professional Services, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Reimbursement, Risk Management, Standard Positioning Service (SPS), Time Management, Transaction Processing/Management, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
1 day ago

A professional services firm is seeking an Accounts Payable Coordinator to support its Accounting and Analysis function. The role focuses on delivering accurate and timely processing of financial transactions while maintaining strong internal controls and customer service standards. This position plays a key role in ensuring operational efficiency across accounts payable activities.Key Responsibilities Process invoices and expenses - Accurately record vendor invoices and expense reimbursements within accounts payable systems, ensuring compliance with firm policies and timelines. Review submissions for correct coding and financial accuracy.Manage payment processes - Generate payment run proposals, validate invoices due and support execution of payments. Investigate and resolve discrepancies to ensure completeness and accuracy.Perform reconciliations and analysis - Reconcile transactions between internal systems, vendor statements and bank activity. Identify and resolve differences in a timely and structured manner.Maintain vendor master data - Create, update and audit vendor records in line with risk and control requirements. Ensure data integrity and compliance with internal policies.Support period close and queries - Execute period-end activities to ensure accurate financial reporting. Respond to internal and external queries, providing timely and effective resolution.Skills & Attributes Accounts payable experience and knowledge - Demonstrated experience in high-volume accounts payable environments with a strong understanding of processes, controls and procedures.Strong attention to detail - High level of accuracy in processing financial data, with the ability to identify discrepancies and maintain data integrity.Effective communication skills - Clear and professional verbal and written communication, with the ability to interact confidently with internal stakeholders and external parties.Organisational and prioritisation ability - Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines, maintaining efficiency in a structured and fast-paced environment.Analytical and problem-solving skills - Strong critical thinking capability to investigate issues, resolve discrepancies and support continuous improvement.Applications can only be considered from those eligible to live & work in the USA without restriction.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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