Chicago, IL, USA
13 days ago
Accounts Payable Specialist

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Location

680 Lake Shore Drive

Job Description

Job Summary:

Processes and reconciles vendor invoices for payment utilizing various accounting application systems.  Inputs and processes accounts payable transactions. Review and process vendor invoice adjustments. Reconcile assigned vendor statements. 

Job Responsibilities:

Responsible for the input of all AP invoices of multiple entities (1,500+ invoices per month).Responsible for accurate, timely and complete processing of all AP transactions and coding.Maintain effective relationships with business partners/suppliers for invoice and purchase orders resolution.Responsible for accurate and timely completion of AP and Purchasing tasks related to month-close deadline.Participate in testing and documentation for all system updates.Responsible for the accurate, timely processing of supplier invoice adjustments.Responsible for the monthly review, reconciliation, and resolution of assigned supplier statements (~500 statements per month). Works directly with Purchasing and Shipping/Receiving departments for invoice discrepancy resolution, ensuring prompt and accurate payment of invoices.Manages accounts payable supplier invoice work area queues daily.Assist with review of received not invoiced, invoiced not received and matched not received reports.Scans vendor and invoice information into the system for check generation as needed.Codes vendor invoices for payment.  Matches purchase orders and receiving documents to invoices.Verifies the prices from the purchase orders to the vendor invoices. Works closely with vendors and hospital departments to maintain current payment status.Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others.Other job functions as assigned.
 

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.1-2+ years of accounts payable experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience preferred.Basic understanding of principles of accounts payable and bookkeeping.Must have experience full-charge AP in a ERP system (Workday Financials highly preferred).Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel; experience with Excel Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP.Ability to communicate professionally, positively, and in a timely manner both verbally and in writing to solve problems and address concerns.Excellent organizational skills and ability to handle multiple priorities and demands, meet deadlines, prioritize and work independently to accomplish goals and objectives.Experience working with accounts payable application systems preferred, Lawson System Accounts Payable experience preferred.Must be experienced in ERP applications such as Lawson, Image Now, and Microsoft applications such as Word and Outlook. 

Education

Pay Range

$21.00-$32.55 Hourly

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability

Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage

Tuition assistance

Student loan servicing and support

Adoption benefits

Backup Childcare and Eldercare

Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members

Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities

Discount purchasing program

There’s a Place for You with Us

At Lurie Children’s we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.  

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers.  We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org

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