Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist Stampede Culinary Partners is looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Finance team in Bridgeview, IL! If you're a hands-on accounting leader who enjoys improving processes, leading teams, and driving financial accuracy in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you. This full-time Accounts Payable Specialist position offers a competitive salary, annual bonus eligibility, and the opportunity to make a significant impact as our organization continues to grow. Our team also enjoys excellent benefits, including: Health, dental, and vision insurance HSA/FSA options Pet insurance 401(k) with employer match Short-term and long-term disability Paid time off (PTO) Floating holidays Employee discounts Company bonus program Additional employee perks This is a hybrid, full-time position based in Bridgeview, IL. Your contributions matter. The Accounts Payable Specialist plays an integral role in reviewing and analyzing accounts payable transactions to ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies. This position is responsible for processing invoices and payments accurately and timely while supporting vendor issue resolution, reporting, and period-end close activities. In this role, you will: Analyze invoice activity, vendor statements, and payment trends to identify discrepancies, aging issues, duplicate payments, and process improvement opportunities. Review vendor statements, research outstanding balances, resolve invoice discrepancies, and coordinate with internal departments to obtain approvals or supporting documentation. Support payment runs by validating invoice approvals, payment terms, vendor banking details, and required documentation before payments are released. Process all incoming invoices by verifying accuracy, coding invoices to the correct general ledger account, and matching invoices to purchase orders through the three-way match process. Maintain the Accounts Payable email account and correspond with vendors regarding invoice status, payment timing, and documentation requests. Prepare the AP aging report for approval of weekly payment processing. Process outgoing payments to vendors and employee expense reimbursements in accordance with company policies and payment deadlines. Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure all bills and payments are accounted for and properly posted. Maintain vendor account information in the ERP system, including setup, updates, and required documentation. Maintain 1099 vendor records and assist with issuing annual 1099 tax forms. Prepare supporting schedules for period-end accruals. Participate in audits and provide supporting documentation as needed. Support ad hoc projects focused on improving accounts payable processes, strengthening controls, and increasing efficiency. Qualifications 5+ years of directly applicable Accounts Payable experience High volume corporate Accounts Payable background Associate's degree in accounting or equivalent relevant work experience Intermediate Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis Experience using ERP systems and accounts payable automation tools Ability to communicate professionally with vendors and internal business partners to resolve invoice, approval, and payment issues Strong attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work on multiple projects and meet various deadlines throughout the monthly cycle Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills Working knowledge of accounting principles Highly motivated, energetic, self-directed individual with good analytical and problem-solving skills Business partner and team mentality with demonstrated ability to interact at all levels within the company Demonstrates strong organizational skills, including following up on their own needed actions About Us Stampede Culinary Partners is an innovative protein solutions company founded in 1995 and built on a simple principle: customer satisfaction. Our customers include leading restaurants, top retailers, foodservice distributors, home delivery providers, and other emerging markets throughout North America. Our success is driven by our people and guided by our five core values: Perform passionately Challenge directly and respectfully Commit to teamwork Embrace innovation Deliver excellence every day Ready to apply? If you're a motivated accounting leader looking to help shape and grow a high-performing finance team, we'd love to hear from you. Complete our quick, mobile-friendly application today and take the next step in your career with Stampede Culinary Partners!