Senior Account Payable Specialist - Aston Carter : Job Details

Description:

- The Senior A/P Accountant is responsible for performing various accounting tasks to ensure accurately and timely completion of work within accounts payable

- Follows established accounts payable systems, procedures, and policies, in adherence to company guidelines

- Responsible for subcontractor payment applications and purchase orders

- Assists in processing payment of vendor and subcontractor invoices; checks to make sure all subcontractors are in compliance before releasing funds

- Ensures timely payments of vendor invoices and that accurate records are being maintained

- Provides accounting assistance to project managers and responds to financial questions/concerns to meet business needs

- Builds and maintains vendor relationships

- Assists in handling check/electronic disbursements, 1099s, W-9s, lien waivers, retainages, compliances, balancing vendor statements, joint check disbursements, and balance confirmations from suppliers

- Prepares and files annual 1099 forms

- Resolves discrepancies on invoices, statements, and reports by interfacing with other departments and/or vendors/subcontractors

- Assists with the coding and processing of invoices as required to aid in job cost controls and works with project managers on budget issues

- Makes recommendations to supervisor for cost effective methods of accomplishing specific functions

- Prepares special reports and performs various other general accounting tasks as needed

- Performs additional responsibilities as assigned

Education & Experience

- Minimum required Bachelors Degree in Business, Accounting, or equivalent experience.

- Minimum required Two (2) years Construction Accounts Payable experience or combination of equivalent training and experience.

Knowledge & Skills

- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word.

- Basic understanding of general construction accounting.

- Ability to adapt quickly to accounting software Viewpoint experience strongly preferred.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Demonstrated understanding and familiarity with processing subcontractor payment applications, purchase orders, and other project-based invoices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

- Basic understanding of general construction accounting.

- Ability to adapt quickly to accounting software Viewpoint experience strongly preferred.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

+ Hiring diverse talent

+ Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

+ Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

+ Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] ( [email protected]) for other accommodation options.