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Accounting Associate II

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Hampshire, IL

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SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Software, Accounts Payable, Billing, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Distribution Services, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Food and Beverage Industry, Mail Processing, Organizational Skills, Purchase Orders, Shipping/Receiving, Team Player, Time Management, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Hampshire, IL
POSTED
1 day ago
Description:Job Title: Accounting Associate III Accounts Payable

Job Summary:
A leading company in the food distribution industry is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Associate III to support its Accounts Payable function. This is a temp-to-hire contract position based in Hampshire, IL, ideal for a candidate with strong A/P processing experience who thrives in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Contract Duration: Temp-to-hire
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (1-hour unpaid lunch break)
Location: Hampshire, IL (onsite)
Travel: None required
Dress Code: Business casual

Key Responsibilities:
- Process vendor invoices received via email, fax, and mail
- Print, distribute, and track invoices for timely processing
- Perform three-way matching using Purchase Orders, Bills of Lading/Receiving Documents, and Vendor Invoices
- Scan and index vendor invoices into accounting systems
- Communicate with vendors to research and resolve invoice discrepancies
- Retrieve and distribute incoming mail to the Accounts Payable team
- Support accurate and timely payment operations

Required Qualifications:
- Demonstrated experience in Accounts Payable processing
- Experience with three-way matching processes
- Strong vendor communication and discrepancy resolution skills
- Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume A/P environment
- Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
- Familiarity with accounting/ERP systems

Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience in a distribution or manufacturing environment
- Experience with invoice scanning and indexing software
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities

About the Role:
This position plays a critical role in supporting the Accounts Payable department, ensuring vendor invoices are processed accurately and payments are made on time. The role offers strong potential for a permanent placement for candidates who demonstrate reliability, accuracy, and strong teamwork skills. Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams.

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