Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for performing accounting and administrative tasks related to the efficient maintenance and processing of accounts payable transactions.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for processing hard cost invoices and payments timely.
• Review lien releases and Notice to Owners.
• Log and redistribute invoices.
• Create and track lien releases.
• Analyze budget variances.
• Communicate with vendors and field officers on any issues.
• Filing Duties and opening the mail when needed.

• Other related duties as requested by management.

Education & Experience:

• High School Degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 5 years' experience in Accounts Payable with 3 years' experience in construction industry or combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of general accounting.

Skills & Abilities:

• Attention to Detail - Must be very accurate with numbers and work in general. Must think logically and clearly with strong follow up skills.
• Organizational Skills - Ability to stay organized with good follow up skills to balance and prioritize work.
• Ability to identify discrepancy in data reported
• Ability to meet deadlines in high volume environment.
• Working Knowledge of Construction industry, NTO's, Releases, and JDE
• Computer skills - Position requires proficient skills in Microsoft Office 10: primarily Excel and Word
• Interpersonal skills - Ability to establish rapport and develop good working relationships with a Can-do attitude.
• Communication - Excellent verbal and written skills required.
• Average 40-to-45-hour work week; occasional weekends may be required.

Other Requirements:

• Participate in one company Grand Opening per year when applicable