Accounts Payable (A/P) Clerk - Chicago

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $20-$25/hr + Bonus

POSITION OVERVIEW

Title: Accounts Payable (A/P) Clerk

Company: Wellpointe Inc. (Wellpointe)

Reports to: Corporate Controller

Location: Chicago, IL (In-Office)

ABOUT WELLPOINTE

Operating at the intersection of healthcare and real estate, Wellpointe is a leading provider of affordable, boutique-style residential assisted living services that specializes in offering a coordinated and integrated system of care to high-acuity older adults with multiple chronic illnesses, including Alzheimers and other dementia. Wellpointe differentiates itself by providing complex care and medical services coordination in a home-like environment, communicating effectively, and making resident and family satisfaction its top priority.

Wellpointe currently operates the Fresno Guest Homes, Cottages at The Colony, Irvine Cottages, and Grannys Place residential assisted living brands in Fresno, Los Angeles, and the central & south Orange County areas of California.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for supporting the daily accounts payable functions of the organization. This includes entering invoices, processing payments, assisting with vendor communications, and helping maintain accurate and organized financial records. The A/P Clerk works closely with the accounting team to ensure that payments are processed in a timely and accurate manner.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review, verify, and input vendor invoices into the accounting system
• Match purchase orders and receipts to invoices
• Prepare and process weekly check runs and electronic payments
• Maintain vendor files and ensure proper documentation is retained
• Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve invoice discrepancies
• Assist in preparing month-end A/P accruals and reports
• Monitor accounts to ensure timely payments
• Assist with data entry, filing, and other clerical accounting tasks as needed
• Support the accounting team with other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance
• 1+ years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting roles.
• Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume, multi-entity environment
• Experience with NetSuite preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Precise, detail-oriented approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Work Environment & What We Offer:

• Traditional office setting, regular business hours
• Potential for extended hours during peak financial reporting periods or due to business needs
• Competitive wages, bonus plan, and a comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career growth
• A dynamic, supportive, and collaborative work environment