Accounts Payable Specialist presso REMPREX

What You’ll Do

As the Account Payable specialist, you will perform the day-to-day activities for the accounts payable function and serve as the primary point of contact for the REMPREX mechanical group. You will assist with completing payments, adhering to payment schedules, and controlling expenses. As the AP Specialist, you will ensure payments are received, processed, and verified in addition to assisting with reconciling invoices. This role is highly collaborative in nature due to the inherent need to build strong relationships with leadership in different areas. You will work to secure payment expenditures, assist in account reconciliation, and resolve any discrepancies. The AP Specialist will be highly organized and process oriented in order to maintain accurate files and payment records.

Responsibilities

• Track all payments and expenditures, including purchase orders, invoices and statements
• Reconcile processed work through verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances
• Maintain accurate records and control reports and ensure proper maintenance, filing, and storage
• Pay vendors through scheduling paychecks and ensuring payment is received for outstanding credit
• Respond to all vendor inquiries on behalf of the finance department
• Prepare analyses of accounts and produce weekly reports for review by leadership
• Focus on continuous improvement of the payment process
• Contribute to the development and improvements of Accounts Payable processes and procedures
• Assist in preparation of business activity reports and financial forecasts
• Perform ad-hoc analysis and projects as requested

What You’ll Need

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field of study
• 2 or more years of accounting experience in the accounts payable function
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proven time management skill with a proven ability to meet set deadlines
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate
• Flexibility to work extended hours as needed
• Proficient understanding of Microsoft Office Suite with strong knowledge of Excel

Preferred:

• Experience with Oracle NetSuite
• Familiarly with Stampli (invoice management software)

Location 

This role is based out of our corporate location in Lisle, IL and offers a hybrid work schedule of three in-office days and two remote.

Who is REMPREX and Why Are We Hiring?

Headquartered in Lisle, Illinois, REMPREX specializes in the operation, support and engineering of intermodal terminals and ports nationwide.  We specialize in delivering safe, efficient, and scalable services to help our clients transport intelligently.  Click here to see it for yourself!  INSERT YOUR CARROT STATEMENT HERE – that’s where you come in!

Your assimilation into our culture is very important in having a long and mutually beneficial career at REMPREX.  Our core values are the driving force in our business.  As a potential member of the REMPREX team, you should align with our core values.

Safety | We commit to actively foster a healthy and injury free environment for our employees, clients and the communities we serve.

Integrity | We make it a priority to do the right thing even when no one is looking, which is why we commit to the highest ethical standard.

Innovation | We challenge conventional thinking to continually improve the products and services we offer.

Transparency | We say what we mean, mean what we say, and do what we say we’ll do.

What We Offer

All benefits mentioned below are based on eligibility and vary based on status, role and location.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription Drug Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401(k)
• Vacation, Sick & Paid Holidays
• Leaves of Absence
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Employer-Paid Short & Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Opportunities to Learn & Grow Your Career
• Hybrid Work Schedules
• A Diverse & Inclusive Company Culture that offers genuine teamwork

All employment offers will be made within the appropriate salary grade, taking into account key factors such as your location, relevant skills, experience, and expertise. Additionally, select positions may be eligible for a discretionary annual cash incentive program, designed to reward both individual and company performance.

Ready to build your career with an industry leader?

REMPREX is the one intermodal logistics company that truly does it all and whether you are looking to make an impact on our front line in Operations or ready to contribute your expertise to one of our professional corporate areas like Information Technology, Account & Finance, Human Resources or Client Services, our highly-innovative, rapidly-growing enterprise provides everything you need to build a rewarding career.  If you are a builder at heart, enjoy solving problems, taking the initiative, pitching in where needed, are always up for a challenge, we encourage you to explore your future with REMPREX and apply today! 

If this role isn't what you're looking for, please consider other open positions.

REMPREX is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Additionally, REMPREX participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.  As part of our pre-employment process, we do require successful completion of a background check and for safety sensitive roles, a drug screen.

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REMPREX participates in eVerify. Click here for information about eVerify.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

REMPREX is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.

To all recruitment agencies: REMPREX does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to any REMPREX employee. REMPREX is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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