Accounts Payable Specialist

Duke's is now looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Elgin, IL!

In this role, you are responsible for the full accounts payable cycle, supporting the business through timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and vendor communications. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy problem-solving, and are passionate about maintaining financial accuracy, this may be for you!

This is a daily onsite position, not remote or hybrid.

• Set up and maintain vendor accounts, including W-9s and payment details
• Manage the AP inbox, process PO requests, and ensure required approvals and coding for invoice entry
• Enter vendor invoices daily and prepare weekly payment runs (check/ACH/wire/EFT)
• Reconcile daily outgoing payments and handle toll and credit-card-based payments
• Perform monthly AP close activities, including accruals, manual check tracking, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Monitor AP aging and ensure timely vendor payments; investigate and resolve discrepancies
• Process weekly employee per diem payments and assist managers/employees with issues
• Answer incoming calls and support general AP inquiries
• Complete vendor account reconciliations
• Assist with ad hoc tasks as needed

Apply now if you:

• Have a degree in accounting or finance, preferred
• Have 4+ years experience in full cycle accounts payable
• Have experience with complex invoice coding
• Have solid understanding of bookkeeping and basic accounting procedures including debits and credits, GL reconciliation, and how AP affects the GL
• Are proficient with MS Office Suite including advanced knowledge of Excel (regular use of pivot tables and VLOOKUPS)
• Have experience with ERP systems; SAP Business One preferred
• Are self-motivated, driven, and strong initiative with an ability to prioritize appropriately and meet deadlines
• Have excellent organizational skills in order to manage a high volume of invoices and data gathering
• Have exceptional attention to detail and strong follow-up skills
• Have strong problem-solving skills
• Have strong oral and written communications skills
• Good work ethic, team spirit and personal integrity
• Willingness to work overtime or weekends as necessary

Why Duke's?

• We offer a safety-focused team environment
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options with HSA and FSA plans available
• Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and disability Insurance; supplemental options available for purchase
• Company-paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)
• Safe Harbor 401K Retirement Savings Plan with up to 4% company match and immediate vesting in company match once eligible
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
• Career advancement opportunities with access to online learning
• Employee discounts program

Duke's reserves the right to offer the selected candidate a salary or wage that's commensurate with the market, qualifications, experience, education, skills, training, certifications, and/or seniority.

Duke's is a Drug-Free Workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Duke’s Root Control, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, amnesty, or any other protected classes in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Duke’s Root Control, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Let us know how we can support you.

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