Accounts Payable (Contract Position)

About Truck Centers, Inc.
For over 50 years, three generations have led Truck Centers, Inc. from a single store dealership into our current network of ten, full-service dealerships and two auxiliary locations in Illinois, Indiana, and Missouri proudly representing the Freightliner and Western Star truck brands. Our team has remained dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service in an environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and a communal spirit of giving back. To learn more about us, visit truckcentersinc.com.

The Accounts Payable position is responsible for the timely and accurate process of the accounts payable life cycle. This role requires a commitment to TCI accounting policies and procedures to verify the accuracy of invoices, discounts, and payments for vendors and internal departments to resolve discrepancies.

This role is a 6 month contracted position. Exact dates of employment will be finalized upon hiring. 

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute all aspects of the accounts payable lifecycle accurately, thoroughly, and promptly to ensure compliance with company policies.
• Understands applicable federal, state, and local laws and obtains necessary documentation for compliance, including income, sales, and use taxes.
• Reconcile vendor statements and verify proper documentation, including purchase orders, packing slips, receiving reports, and resolving discrepancies with vendors, when necessary.
• Process daily miscellaneous check requests.
• Complete additional tasks and projects as assigned in an organized, timely manner.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, physical, and drug screen. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable, bookkeeping, or accounting functions and principles using computer accounting and software systems
• Thorough knowledge of general accounting principles, numerical aptitude, computer systems, and corporate operations with superior accuracy and attention-to-detail
• Demonstrated MS Office competency, intermediate or advanced Excel experience
• Demonstrated ability to organize and coordinate workflows in a timely manner to meet deadlines even with emergent changes and constraints
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work as a liaison with vendors or other constituents and represent the company favorably
• Resourceful, collaborative team player with the ability to also thrive independently

Truck Centers, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.