Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Associate

Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Associate - Palatine, IL

$70,000 - $78,000/Annually - health benefits, vision, dental, 3 weeks PTO, 401(k) match

Join Our Accounting Team

With over 30 years in the construction materials industry, we manufacture and distribute products used in commercial building projects. Our operations span three manufacturing and distribution facilities, allowing us to support customers with dependable products and consistent service.

We are adding an accounting associate to our team to help manage daily financial transactions across accounts payable and accounts receivable. Working closely with our Controller, you'll be responsible for processing invoices and payments, reconciling accounts, and maintaining reliable financial records. We're looking for someone with a solid foundation in transactional accounting who can work independently, stay organized, and help keep our accounting processes running smoothly.

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Review and enter vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and complete three-way matching against purchase orders and receiving records.
• Manage vendor payment processing, including preparing check runs and coordinating electronic payments.
• Maintain accurate records of customer payment activity and update accounts receivable records as payments are received.
• Generate reports from the company's ERP system and transfer data into Excel for review and analysis.
• Reconcile monthly liability accounts, identify inconsistencies, and research differences to ensure accurate balances.
• Manage customer deposit refunds and ensure transactions are properly documented.
• Support month-end close and assist with additional accounting activities as business needs arise.

What You'll Bring

• At least 1 year of experience working full-cycle accounts payable.
• Accounts receivable exposure.
• Experience within Microsoft Office and ERP.
• Organized and detail oriented.
• Ability to prioritize and hit deadlines.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles.

Corporate Resources, on behalf of our client located in Palatine, IL, is hiring an Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Associate.