Accounts Payable Specialist

Company: Kelley Williamson Company

Location: Corporate

Address: 1132 Harrison Ave, Rockford IL 61104

Position: Accounts Payable Clerk

Reports To: Office Manager

About Kelley Williamson Company

Join a company with deep roots and big opportunities! Since 1926, Kelley's Market has been serving Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin as a family-owned convenience store chain. As an ExxonMobil distributor, we're continuously growing and innovating to meet our customers' needs with new products, services, and technology. We pride ourselves on offering top-quality products underscored with outstanding service—and that starts with our team.

What You'll Do

The Accounts Payable Clerk plays a vital role within the Finance Department, responsible for accurately receiving, reviewing, and processing all invoices and statements submitted by vendors. By maintaining precise records and ensuring timely payments, the Accounts Payable Clerk helps safeguard the company’s credibility and trust with its suppliers. This role also supports internal financial reporting by reconciling accounts, resolving discrepancies, and adhering to established accounting policies and procedures. This position reports to the Office Manager. You will:

Accounting

• Process invoices daily by checking all incoming invoices for accuracy, obtaining approval from departments, and assigning general ledger numbers

• Contact vendors when there are billing issues

• Enter all invoices, including bills from retail stations, into the computer

• Print and mail checks daily

Administrative Functions

• Handle incoming and outgoing US mail each day

• Renew utility and phone contracts with management approval

• Ensure that the company postage machine is fully operational to include proper supplies and funds available for use

• Renew company vehicle registrations each month

Other Daily Operations

• Assist in answering calls on the company’s main line, routing calls appropriately

• Audit store paperwork daily

• Perform reasonable special projects as assigned to ensure the effective and efficient operations of the organization

Work as Part of Our Team

• Collaborate effectively with team members and take direction from leadership

What We Offer

Competitive Compensation

• The hiring range for this position is $20 to $26 per hour and may be based on education, work experience, knowledge, skills and certifications

Comprehensive Benefits

• Medical & Dental (BlueCross), Vision (EyeMed)

• Flexible Savings Account (FSA)

• Voluntary Life and AD&D

• Voluntary Short-Term Disability

• 401(k) Plan with Annual Matching

Time Off & Work-Life Balance

• Vacation Time

• Personal Time

• Illinois Paid Leave

• Six Paid Holidays

Additional Perks

• Clean, modern, and well-maintained work environment

• Opportunities for advancement within our growing organization

*Benefit eligibility may vary based on position, hours worked, and length of employment. Select benefits may not be eligible until specific milestones have been met. Consult with your Hiring Manager for more information.

Ready to make a real difference with your skills? Apply today to join the Kelley Williamson team!

What’s Required:

• 2+ years of relevant experience, in an accounts payable or general accounting scope

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Intermediate math skills with the ability to calculate figures and amounts, such as discounts and adjustments

• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, such as Outlook and Excel

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately

Preferred Experience:

• Adaptable and able to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines

• Associate’s Degree in Accounting or other relevant field