Lauterbach & Amen is a well-established CPA firm specializing in accounting, auditing and advisory services. The firm is a recognized leader in the accounting industry and has grown continuously over the past twenty years. With our roots in governmental accounting, we have continued to develop additional specialties to meet the needs of a diverse, strong and growing client base. At Lauterbach & Amen, we value our people and know that each employee is vital to our success.

We are searching for a full-time Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Client Accounting & Advisory Services department. This role will be based in Naperville.

In addition to an energetic and supportive culture, we offer a comprehensive benefits package - including health, dental, vision, life, STD, and LTD insurances and 401(k) match. To show our dedication to balance, our starting paid time off benefit is 4 weeks.

Lauterbach & Amen is committed to offering compensation that is fair, transparent, and competitive. The anticipated, average salary range for this position is $55,000-$60,000, with the final offer determined based on business-related factors such as geographic location, relevant experience, education, skill set, and professional certifications. As part of our compensation philosophy, offers are typically not made at the top of the range to allow room for future growth and salary progression over time

Essential job duties:

• Assemble, review, and verify invoices and check requests
• Accurately enter invoices into the accounting system
• Prepare invoices for payment
• Research, investigate, and resolve invoice discrepancies by coordinating with vendors and internal employees.
• Prepare account analyses by reviewing outstanding balances and assisting with the resolution of variances
• Prepare and process electronic transfers and payments
• Perform regular reconciliation of accounts payable transactions and vendor statements to maintain accurate financial records
• Create and process annual1099 forms

Position Qualifications:

• Knowledge of general accounting procedures
• 0-3 years of experience in accounts payable is required
• Experience setting up new vendors is preferred
• Strong communication and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail with quality work
• Good time management skills
• Intermediate to advanced MS Excel experience

EOE/M/F/D/V/SO