38863 | Accounts Payable Specialist

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38863 | Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounting/Finance

Oak Brook, Illinois | Contract

Job Description

Job Title: Accounts Payable Clerk
Location: Oak Brook, IL (100% onsite)
Pay Range: $27–29/hr

Role Overview:
Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in a search for an Accounts Payable Clerk with a well-established, family-owned organization headquarters in Oak Brook, IL. With over $220 million in annual revenue and a legacy spanning more than 100 years, this company is a recognized leader in the electrical industry throughout the Chicagoland area. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable accounting team during an exciting period of growth and process improvement as they implement a new AP automation initiative.
This is a temporary assignment expected to last through June 2027, with the potential for extension. The ideal candidate will be dependable, eager to contribute, and committed to seeing the project through to completion.
Responsibilities:

• Monitor and manage invoices received through multiple company mailboxes across four operating entities
• Save, organize, and distribute incoming invoices to support the accounts payable workflow
• Process and input invoices for urgent and time-sensitive vendors as needed
• Assist with weekly check runs, including pulling invoices, matching supporting documentation, attaching checks, and filing records
• Work closely with the Senior AP Specialist to reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies, including researching missing invoices, investigating short or overpayments, and communicating with vendors regarding outstanding issues
• Support a large-scale vendor data cleanup initiative in preparation for AP automation implementation
• Utilize Excel to analyze vendor information and assist with identifying and correcting data inconsistencies
• Maintain organized filing systems and support various administrative functions within the department
• Participate in reception desk coverage on a rotating basis approximately 2–3 days per month, including greeting visitors and answering incoming calls while continuing regular responsibilities
• Assist with additional accounting and departmental projects as assigned

• 3+ years of accounts payable experience, preferably within a mid-sized organization
• Experience processing invoices and supporting full-cycle AP functions
• Exposure to Excel Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs with the ability and willingness to continue developing these skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities
• Dependable professional with a strong work ethic and commitment to completing the assignment
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adapt to changing business needs
• Experience with Microsoft Business Central (formerly Microsoft Dynamics) is a plus but not required

Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.