Company Overview

Launched in 2014, ShipBob is a tech-enabled fulfillment and logistics solution for growing e-commerce companies. Our goal is to alleviate the daily stress associated with picking, packaging and shipping so business owners can focus on more important aspects of their brand. Through our software and operations arm, we are on a mission to help businesses be successful online

We pride ourselves on our inclusive and richly diverse company culture. All voices are heard regardless of tenure or job title. We are looking for creative problem solvers with a strong work ethic and ability to persevere.

Role Description

We are seeking an innovative A/P Specialist to fill a new position on our continually growing Accounting & Finance team, based in Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood. The position will report directly to Controller along with having daily interactions with the company’s CFO and Senior Accountant. The A/P Specialist will be detrimental in helping set up processes and efficiencies within the department to position itself for exponential growth in the coming years.

Your Responsibilities

• Ensure invoices are accurately coded, posted and processed in a timely manner
• Respond to and resolve vendor A/P inquires
• Contact vendors and internal departments to resolve invoice or payment discrepancies
• Verifies vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements as needed
• Prepare and process electronic transfers and payments
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to build new processes, resolve issues, and streamline invoice processing
• Ensure that documentation for all payables is complete and accurate
• Supports monthly Accounts Payable accrual process as needed
• Perform other related duties and special projects as required
• Assist with AP reporting and analysis on a monthly basis
• Assist with monthly, quarterly and year-end close cycles

Experience/Skills Required

• Proven experience in an AP position is a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with strong excel skills
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Must be flexible, conscientious, adapt easily, and be motivated by constant change
• Demonstrated time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work well with a team, but can manage their workload independently
• Experience with Netsuite, preferred

Benefits

• Flexible working hours, casual dress code
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k Plan