Accounting/Finance - Specialist, Accts Payable

Who we are and why we’re hiring CJ Logistics delivers integrated and multimodal logistics services, connecting every corner of the world via air, sea and land. As a lead logistics partner (LLP), third-party logistics provider (3PL) and supply chain consultant, we help customers leverage supply chain management as a competitive advantage, reducing total system costs, transforming business processes, improving service and facilitating growth and change. With a focus on social responsibility and sustainability through growth with customers and communities, we prioritize the wellbeing of the end consumer, our customers and our employees. CJ Logistics is responsible for the North America region, specializing in solutions for regulated industries such as food and beverage, consumer-packaged goods, healthcare and medical supplies, and tire and automotive. Schedule: 1st Shift - Monday to Friday Normal Business Hours Compensation: Hourly Wage Range: $25-$26 per hour/($52,000-$54,080 annually) Incentive eligible: No Position Overview This role is a detail-oriented, tech-forward Accounts Payable Specialist, who is responsible for managing end-to-end disbursements and invoice processing. The AP Specialist will leverage SAP alongside Auditoria.AI &; Coupa to streamline vendor interactions, automate invoice intake and three-way matching, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate financial records. They should blend solid accounting fundamentals with comfort using AI-driven automation tools to improve operational efficiency. Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities Process high-volume vendor invoices, credit memos, and payment requests using SAP and Auditoria.AI. platforms. Oversee OCR intake and automated document ingestion via Auditoria; review and clear exceptions, extraction errors, and unassigned invoices. Perform two-way and three-way matching (PO, goods receipt, invoice); investigate quantity and price variances with Procurement team. Code non-PO invoices to appropriate commodity code and WBS/Cost Center. Manage automated vendor communication queues powered by Auditoria’s processing assistants (e.g. automated status inquiries, remittance lookups). Handle Tier2/escalated vendor inquiries regarding payment status, statement disputes, and invoice rejections in a professional, timely manner. Perform monthly vendor statement reconciliations, resolving missing documents and credit balances. Prepare weekly payment runs (ACH, Virtual Card, Check) within the SAP platform. Collect, review, and maintain vendor profiles (Form W-9/W-8BEN), campaign for more ACH/VC acceptance to reduce check dependency. Perform other related job duties as assigned or required. Required Qualifications High school or equivalent. 3+ years’ experience in Accounts Payable. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables). Detail orientated with ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications Associate’s Degree preferred. Experience with SAP S4 HANA/COUPA preferred. Physical Requirements This is largely a sedentary role requiring the physical ability to: Sit for prolonged periods of time at a desk while working on a computer Use hands and fingers to operate a keyboard, mouse, and telephone Speak and hear clearly in person, virtually, and over the phone Occasionally stand, walk, reach, stoop, or lift up to 10 pounds Work Environment This position operates in a professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment, such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and printers. The work environment is typically quiet to moderate in noise level and is climate controlled. Location/Remote Eligibility This is a hybrid role based out of our Des Plaines, IL office. Regular, on-site presence is required (4) days per week or as otherwise directed by the company. The role may be performed in a hybrid work setting (combination of on-site and/or remote), depending on business needs and loca…

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