**Accounts Payable Specialist** **City:** Chicago **State/Province:** IL **Country:** United States **Division:** Corporate **Job ID:** 13499 Since 1952, Lawson Products has worked hard to make our customers' jobs easier by improving their operational efficiency, productivity and overall performance. As a leader in the MRO industry, we partner with customers to make sure they have the right maintenance and repair parts on hand when needed. We’re looking for a motivated Accounts Payable Specialist responsible for processing invoices and communicating with vendors to research and settle discrepancies. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes vision, dental, medical and retirement benefits, as well as a paid holiday and PTO package. **Responsibilities** : + Reviews and processes a high volume of 3-way match invoices through the SAP Enterprise Research Planning system using OCR software and Workflow. + Reconciles vendor statements and researches discrepancies. + Processes payments, including checks, ACH, wire and credit card. + Processes electronic files for positive pay to the company bank. + Assists with month-end. + Researches invoices for sales/use tax. + Communicates with suppliers and internal customers. + Ensures compliance with accounts payable best practices through an understanding of proper internal controls, segregation of duties and policies and procedures. + Maintains accounts payable email inboxes. **Qualifications & Requirements:** + Associate’s Degree required, with three years of related experience in a corporate accounts payable position or an equivalent combination of education and experience. + Strong PC skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, with a working knowledge of ERP systems. SAP experience preferred. + Must possess strong analytical skills and have the ability to make sounds decisions. + Must have a strong work ethic and attention to detail. + Strong organizational skills and a customer-focused mindset. + Able to handle multiple priorities in a high volume, fast-paced, team-oriented environment. + Able to work independently and professionally with vendors and employees. + Able to exercise discretion and maintain confidential information. The hourly rate for this role is $22.07-$25.95. Lawson Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.