Accounts Payable Clerk

Charger Water Treatment Products is seeking for a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Payable Clerk with a strong understanding of the three-way matching process to join our finance team in Morton Grove, IL. This role is critical in ensuring accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, purchase orders, and receiving reports. This role plays a key part in supporting our multi-branch accounting operations and maintaining accurate financial records.

Charger Water Treatment Products is a leading company in the residential and commercial water treatment industry. We specialize in designing and manufacturing water treatment equipment such as filters, softeners, and iron breakers. We provide high-quality products and exceptional customer service.

Requirements

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Perform three-way match of purchase orders, receiving documents, and vendor invoices
• Review and verify invoice accuracy, terms, and approvals
• Enter a high volume of invoices daily into the accounting system and ensure timely payments
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Track expenses and process expense reports
• Communicate with vendors and internal departments
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies
• Maintain organized, up-to-date documentation and paperless filing systems for financial records and audit readiness.
• Assist with month-end closing and reporting.
• Identify and recommend opportunities for process improvements and the development of standard operating procedures, subject to review and approval by the CFO.
• Assist as a backup to the receptionist as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of accounts payable experience, including three-way matching
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite); experience with Epicor Solar Eclipse is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in industries such as distribution or manufacturing.
• Familiarity with Epicor Solar Eclipse.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• $22-$27 hourly
• New Hire Bonus that accrues to $1000 at the end of your first year.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical with HSA card, Dental, Vision, Long and Short Term Disability, 401K with company matching, paid vacation, and Life Insurance.
• Opportunities for Education and Training
• Our goal is to engage strong, focused individuals. We provide a secure work environment and the opportunity for improvement and advancement in a company culture designed to encourage personal growth. We promote from within.

Charger Water Treatment is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Charger Water is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Charger Water are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We encourage applicants of all ages and genders to apply.