Accounts Payable Specialist
TAKKT Foodservices, Chicago, IL, United States
We have an opportunity available for an Accounts Payable Specialist to work within our Accounting Team. The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payment of vendor invoices by researching and resolving invoice discrepancies, processing non‑PO and manually billed sales orders, and maintaining vendor records in the ERP system. The role partners closely with internal teams and vendors to ensure payments are authorized, accurate, and maximize available discounts, while supporting continuous improvement and completing ad hoc projects in a fast‑paced environment.
What you will do:
Process vendor invoices through the AP queue, including review of Direct PO and Contested Hold reports for assigned vendors
Research and resolve discrepancies on PO‑related invoices (e.g., pricing, quantities, or receipt issues)
Ensure non‑PO invoices are properly approved and paid in a timely manner
Manually bill sales orders that do not auto‑bill during the import or posting process
Review vendor account statements, research past‑due invoices, and reconcile open purchase orders where inventory has been received
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to resolve invoice and payment issues
Respond to vendor inquiries and maintain professional communication via email and phone
Perform new vendor setup and ongoing vendor maintenance, including ACH confirmations
Obtain and validate required documentation for vendor setup in compliance with TAKKT guidelines
Complete projects and additional tasks as assigned by the Accounts Payable Manager
What you will get:
Ability to work remotely full‑time, equipment provided
Eligible immediately for 15 days of paid time off, eight paid holidays and one floating holiday
Paid volunteer dayOpportunity for growth within this role
Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
Employee bonus plan
Comprehensive benefit package
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance
401(k) with company match
What we need:
5 or more years of Accounts Payable experience
Associates or BS in Accounting, Finance, or related field - desired, but not required
Computer knowledge: Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, ERP systems
Ability to work remote with an occasional day in the office for meetings as needed
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What you will do:
Process vendor invoices through the AP queue, including review of Direct PO and Contested Hold reports for assigned vendors
Research and resolve discrepancies on PO‑related invoices (e.g., pricing, quantities, or receipt issues)
Ensure non‑PO invoices are properly approved and paid in a timely manner
Manually bill sales orders that do not auto‑bill during the import or posting process
Review vendor account statements, research past‑due invoices, and reconcile open purchase orders where inventory has been received
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to resolve invoice and payment issues
Respond to vendor inquiries and maintain professional communication via email and phone
Perform new vendor setup and ongoing vendor maintenance, including ACH confirmations
Obtain and validate required documentation for vendor setup in compliance with TAKKT guidelines
Complete projects and additional tasks as assigned by the Accounts Payable Manager
What you will get:
Ability to work remotely full‑time, equipment provided
Eligible immediately for 15 days of paid time off, eight paid holidays and one floating holiday
Paid volunteer dayOpportunity for growth within this role
Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
Employee bonus plan
Comprehensive benefit package
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance
401(k) with company match
What we need:
5 or more years of Accounts Payable experience
Associates or BS in Accounting, Finance, or related field - desired, but not required
Computer knowledge: Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, ERP systems
Ability to work remote with an occasional day in the office for meetings as needed
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