Accounts Payable Accountant
Location: Lake County, IL (On-site)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation: $25/hour+ based on experience
This is a hands-on opportunity ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, enjoys taking ownership, and is comfortable balancing multiple priorities.
Responsibilities:
- Support month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accrals, and account reconciliations
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations and maintain organized supporting documentation
- Assist with cash management activities, including receipts, vendor payments, and bank reconciliations
- Process vendor invoices, including three-way matching (POs, receipts, invoices)
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies (pricing, quantity, or payment issues)
- Track expenses and maintain financial records in Excel and ERP systems
- Maintain recurring monthly accruals and financial logs
- Prepare and file applicable sales & use tax returns
- Assist with budgeting processes and financial data entry
- Update and maintain financial spreadsheets, reports, and tracking logs
- Collaborate with accounting, operations, and customer-facing teams to support business needs
- Assist with ad hoc projects and leadership requests as needed
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 2–3+ years of accounting or finance support experience (AP/AR, reconciliations, or similar)
- Experience in manufacturing or distribution environments
- Strong understanding of general accounting principles (GAAP knowledge preferred)
- Hands-on experience with accounts payable/receivable and three-way matching
- Proficiency in Excel (ability to manage spreadsheets, track data, and perform analysis)
- Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, SAP, JD Edwards, Syteline, or similar) is a plus
- Familiarity with state tax processes and reporting preferred
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to multitask and work both independently and collaboratively
Work Environment:
- Fully on-site role in a professional office setting
- Fast-paced, team-oriented environment supporting operational and financial functions
- Regular use of computers, ERP systems, and standard office equipment
About Express Employment Professionals: Work with a locally owned staffing company that partners with companies in Lake County, IL to hire long term talent. Express has over 800+ locations nationwide and 22 in the Chicago-land area. Check out our Libertyville Team www.expresspros.com/libertyvilleil and our Google Reviews https://g.co/kgs/qEqco2
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
