Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Evanston, Illinois in a Contract to Permanent capacity. This position focuses on accurate invoice processing, payment coordination, and day-to-day accounts payable support in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong attention to detail, sound coding experience, and the ability to manage both electronic and manual payment activities with consistency.

Responsibilities:
• Review, code, and enter vendor invoices to ensure timely and accurate processing.
• Coordinate ACH payments and prepare check runs in alignment with established payment schedules.
• Reconcile accounts payable records and investigate discrepancies with vendors or internal stakeholders.
• Maintain organized documentation for invoices, approvals, and payment activity to support audit readiness.
• Partner with payroll and related teams on union payroll items that connect to payable processes.
• Monitor outstanding obligations and help ensure vendors are paid according to agreed terms.• Experience working in accounts payable with hands-on responsibility for invoice processing.
• Knowledge of general ledger coding and account assignment for vendor transactions.
• Familiarity with ACH payments and check disbursement procedures.
• Ability to process a high volume of invoices with strong accuracy and attention to detail.
• Exposure to union payroll coordination or related accounting support activities.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage deadlines in a busy environment.