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AP Specialist

ITW
Des Plaines, IL Part Time
POSTED ON 4/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/23/2026
Job Description

Responsibilities and Authority:

  • Check and approve vouchers for payment by applying the “three-way” match concept.
  • Review approvals and maintain records
  • Respond to external vendors and internal managers regarding all aspects of the accounts payable process, including processing invoices for payment, recording sales tax, assisting with bank reconciliations, etc.
  • Verify the accuracy of vendor invoices and confirm that the correct general ledger account codes are used.
  • Generate payment to vendors on a routine schedule and match the check with backup for review by the Accounting Manager.
  • Inspect paid and unpaid invoices including cleared payment inquiries and check voiding to maintain accurate files and records according to company standards.
  • Review automatic payments to ensure correct coding and authorization as well as sufficient contracts and documentation.
  • Develop and maintain a filing system for financial information, records, and documents to ensure easily available information.
  • Review and approve employee expense reports for reimbursement
  • Prepare monthly Accounts Payable Report: A/P Aging and Unvouchered Receipts
  • Participation as a key stakeholder in ERP improvement projects
  • Proposing continuous improvement ideas to simplify A/P process
  • Provide backup for the remaining A/P activities
  • Other projects and responsibilities as required

Compensation Information

23-26hr

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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