Accounts Payable Clerk

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for an Accounts Payable Clerk for a Contract assignment with one of our premier Healthcare clients in Chicago, IL .

Responsibilities :

This position is responsible for processing daily mail and maintaining vendor invoices in the scanning solution. As needed this role will assist with accounts payable statement review, and accounts payable invoice email box handling. This position will also assist in processing accounts payable transactions, including data entry of vendor invoices and assist in responding to vendor inquiries.

• Process and distribute the daily accounts payable mail. This includes but is not limited to; USPS, interoffice mail, and emailed invoices. All mail will be prepared and handed off to associates ready for processing.
• Stuff, sort, mail, and/or distribute AP checks weekly.
• Utilize Link and Onbase scanning systems to invoices, vendor master files, and any other finance files as necessary. Scan and upload invoices daily into Link for end user accessibility and review.
• Work with vendors and internal business partners on queries regarding invoices, statements, and accounts payable policies and procedures.
• Research and process vendor statements and invoices.
• Process payable invoices, payment requests, and PCard transactions utilizing Lawson and other accounting systems.
• Determine if the account coding is correct and that the invoice is in accord with contracts, purchase orders, established policies and procedures, governmental laws and regulations, or other authorizations as needed.
  
  

Required Skills:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to understand, investigate, and resolve problems using root-cause research skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to compose correspondence using good business vocabulary and proper grammar and construction.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills.
• Negotiation skills.
• Must be self-motivated, with demonstrated experience in working with little direction.
  
  

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in processing high-volume mailroom functions.
• Associates degree or 2 years work experience.
• 2 years of experience in a large corporate high-volume A/P environment, to include in-depth understanding of vendor relationships and billing practices, payment terms, and vendor payment processing.
  
  

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.