A/P Specialist

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Key vendor invoices into system with a high degree of accuracy and speed. This includes invoices for inventory, utilities, services, check requests, and expense invoices.


2. Maintain both physical and electronic files for processed invoices.


3. Research and resolve unvouchered receipts as required.


4. Analyze/review vendor statements for outstanding invoices and open credits.


5. Work directly with vendors to resolve vendor inquires.


6. Proactively partner with Purchasing, Receiving, and other departments to resolve invoice discrepancies.


7. Assist in the payment process including review of invoices over $10k, processing wire payments at the bank, approving positive pay files, mailing checks, and voiding checks as needed.


8. Perform other duties, assignments and special projects as assigned.

Position Requirements

• High School degree required; Associates degree a plus with some accounting coursework is desired


• Minimum two years Accounts Payable experience


• Must have a high degree of accuracy and be detail oriented


• Good communication skills, both written and verbal


• Retain and adhere to a high level of confidentiality


• Ability to understand and follow internal control procedures


• Can effectively multi-task and demonstrates strong organizational skills


• Ability to demonstrate basic accounting skills


• Daily working knowledge of Excel and comfortable with file uploads


• Ability to work under pressure; meet deadlines; resolve problems utilizing effective time management


• Experience working on JD Edwards system a plus

Anticipated Salary Range:  $45,000 - $60,000

Benefits of Employment 

In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits including: annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement. We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace. 

About Us 

Sold and serviced through a network of more than 100 dealer locations worldwide, Elgin Sweeper products are the sweepers of choice for a variety of general street maintenance, special industrial and airport applications. With more than 100 years of experience, Elgin Sweeper offers municipalities, contractors and industries the most sweeper options in the country, using the latest sweeping technologies—mechanical, pure vacuum, regenerative air, alternative fuel and waterless dust control. Elgin Sweeper is a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation’s Environmental Solutions Group. For more information, visit www.elginsweeper.com. 

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com. 

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at [email protected]. All other applications must be submitted online.