Senior AP Specialist | Transportation Co | Northlake, IL

Northlake, Illinois Permanent USD70,000 - USD85,000 per year View Job Description
I'm working with a leading transportation company seeking a Senior AP Specialist to join their finance team near Northlake, IL. The company provides comprehensive freight solutions across warehousing, intermodal, and air, with a strong reputation for reliability, efficiency, and customer service.Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, the Senior AP Specialist will maintain accurate financial records, ensure timely payments, and support strong vendor relationships.
  • Ample career growth opportunity with a growing multi-million dollar company
  • Direct mentorship from the Financial Controller on a family knit team!

About Our Client

I'm working with a leading transportation company seeking a Senior AP Specialist to join their finance team near Northlake, IL. The company provides comprehensive freight solutions across warehousing, intermodal, and air, with a strong reputation for reliability, efficiency, and customer service.

Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, the Senior AP Specialist will maintain accurate financial records, ensure timely payments, and support strong vendor relationships.

Job Description

Senior AP Specialist Responsibilities:

  • Accurately process a high volume of vendor invoices within required timelines
  • Reconcile large, nationwide accounts and ensure invoice accuracy across multiple locations
  • Prepare and execute payment runs, including both ACH and check disbursements
  • Research and resolve invoice issues and respond to vendor questions promptly
  • Organize and maintain accounts payable documentation and records
  • Support month-end close activities, reporting, and audit requests
  • Partner with internal teams to promote financial accuracy and process efficiency

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business
  • Minimum of 2 years' experience in Accounts Payable or general accounting
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and familiar with accounting systems
  • Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational skills
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines
  • Strong communication and interpersonal abilities

What's on Offer

  • Highly competitive compensation package
  • Lucrative discretionary bonus potential + Christmas bonus + EOY bonus
  • Strong benefits
  • Ample room to progress your career internally or within one of their business units
  • Highly visible role, reporting to the Financial Controller
  • Collaborating with the CFO and senior leadership
  • Mentorship and training from the team
  • Closely knit, family feel team culture



Apply now and your resume will be considered within 24 hours!

Contact
Mia Quinn
Quote job ref
JN-112025-6874042

Job summary

Sector
Accounting
Sub Sector
Financial Accounting
Industry
Transport & Distribution
Location
Northlake
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Mia Quinn
Job Reference
JN-112025-6874042