Accounts Payable Specialist

Intrinsic Schools

Chicago, Illinois

Date Posted January 25, 2026
Industry Accounts Payable
Job Status Not Specified
Salary Not Specified

Description:

Intrinsic Schools is a charter network whose mission is to create a revolutionary new school model that prepares all students for postsecondary success and world-changing endeavors. We offer a chance to make a unique impact in urban education by creating an academic model that leverages great teaching and the precision of technology to personalize education for each student. At our Belmont campus, we serve students in grades 7-12. At our downtown campus, we currently serve students in grades 9-12. Our student demographics are 90% students of color, 86% free and reduced lunch and 19% students with disabilities.

Why Intrinsic

We offer a chance to make a unique impact in urban education by creating an academic model that leverages great teaching and the precision of technology to personalize education for each student. Our goal is to prepare all students for post-secondary success as demonstrated by high quality student work, growth on assessments and "noncognitive" factors such as empathy, student independence, perseverance, and intellectual curiosity.

About this Opportunity
The Accounts Payable Specialist plays a critical role in the procurement process at Intrinsic Schools. Through collaboration with others, the Accounts Payable Specialist strives for continuous improvement.

Duties and Responsibilities
Review, code, and process invoices and requests for payment in a timely manner, monitoring accounts payable aging
Obtain and file all required documents for new vendors/contractors and subcontractors
Maintain vendor relationships, responding in a timely manner to vendor inquiries and requests
Reconcile account statements and investigate discrepancies
Prepare checks for mailing/distribution
Create purchase orders for purchase requisitions, coordinate purchases with vendors, and monitor the status of orders
Verify, match, and file all pertinent documentation related to purchases, receipts of goods, and invoices
General office clerical and administrative functions
Additional duties or special projects assigned by the Director of Finance and Operations

Required Skills/Abilities
Associate’s degree OR 2-4 years of prior accounts payable or bookkeeping experience
Able to work independently in a fast paced environment
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Able to meet deadlines, multitask, and prioritize work
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Technology savvy and comfortable working in a technology driven environment
Strong work ethic
Result Oriented
Equal Opportunity Employer
Intrinsic Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Intrinsic Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Intrinsic Schools has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.

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