Staff Accountant - Accounts Payable
Calamos Recruiting • Naperville, Illinois • Full Time
Posted on Thu, Jun 4, 2026
Summary of the Role
The Staff Accountant is primarily responsible for the timely processing of a variety of accounts payable activities.
Primary Responsibilities
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Responsible for processing and posting invoices, travel and entertainment expense reports and purchase orders, including verification of general ledger account coding and proper manager approvals.
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Researches and resolves vendor issues and discrepancies.
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Completes activities as it relates to the financial statement close process including certain journal entries and general ledger reconciliations.
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Demonstrated ability to leverage AI productivity tools to streamline workflows and reduce manual effort. Comfort working alongside automated systems and evaluating AI-generated outputs for accuracy.
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Identifies ways to streamline processes and improve efficiency within the department.
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Participates in special projects as assigned by management.
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Performs related duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
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Up to two years experience in a similar role.
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Must be detail oriented with the ability to interpret a variety of data.
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Computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Accounting software.