Accounts Payable Specialist - Synerfac : Job Details

Synerfac is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist for our client in the D.C. metro area. Our client is a general contracting firm that specializes in commercial construction, renovations, historic restoration and multi-family residential projects in Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia.The Accounts Payable Specialist will work directly with Project Managers in the management of the financial information specific to each project as well as assisting the preparation of financial information. Responsibilities:- Reviewing invoices and expense reports, verifying project cost codes, obtaining appropriate approvals, and evaluate invoices for proper cut-off.- Input vendor and invoice data in accounting system. Notify project managers when the 'unapproved invoice' system is updated.- Review and select invoices for payment once a week from the accounts payable aging report. Cut checks, secure appropriate signature on checks and send them out.- Work with compliance team to secure completion of compliance items, releases of liens, certificates of - insurance, and W-9s from subcontractors/vendors.- Assist in the preparation of monthly owner requisitions. Post A/R entries, and cash receipts.- Report on breakeven points by contract item- Report on margins. Revenue Contract item vs Costs Codes- Report on periodic variances and their causes, focusing in particular on spending variances- Accumulate and apply overhead costs as required by generally accepted accounting principles- Assist with annual audits (insurance, use tax, etc) and annual reviews.- Maintain organized financial files and perform other administrative duties as necessaryJob Requirements- 4+ years of Accounts Payable experience - Associates Degree in Accounting or related field- Experience in accounting work for construction/industrial environment