Accounts Payable Specialist
We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist to join our team at VarcoMac, an electrical solutions provider. The AP Specialist will be responsible for managing and executing the company's accounts payable processes, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, and maintaining positive relationships with vendors, and capitalizing on early payment discounts. This position will report to the Senior Accountant.
- Invoice Processing: Receive, review, and process vendor/subcontractor invoices for goods and services. Verify the accuracy of invoices, including matching purchase orders and receiving reports.
- Reconciliation: Reconcile processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances.
- Vendor Relations: Communicate with vendors to resolve invoice discrepancies, respond to inquiries, and maintain positive relationships.
- Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and organized records of all accounts payable transactions. Ensure proper documentation is obtained and filed.
- Month-End Closing: Assist with month-end closing activities, including account reconciliations and financial reporting.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and applicable laws and regulations.
- Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement efficient and effective solutions.
- Additional responsibilities as assigned.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related field preferred. Equivalent work experience will be considered.
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounts payable or a related accounting role, ideally within the construction, electrical contracting industry and/or manufacturing.
- Technical Skills: Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
- Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify errors and discrepancies.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to interact professionally with vendors and internal stakeholders.
- Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze issues and develop effective solutions.
- Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and support colleagues as needed.
- Motivated, self-starter, collaborative, dynamic, and flexible.
The Accounts Payable Specialist will work in an office environment within the electrical contractor's headquarters. The position requires a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, as well as the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
No sponsorship is available for this position.
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About Legence
Legence, a Blackstone Portfolio Company, is North America’s leading, integrated provider of energy efficiency and sustainability solutions for the built environment. Legence improves the performance of buildings, making the spaces that shape our lives healthier and more sustainable. We specialize in helping clients decrease operating costs, reduce carbon emissions, and enhance occupant well-being and productivity. From advisory services and design to construction and ongoing maintenance, we offer a comprehensive suite of Stackable Solutions™ across the entire building lifecycle. With over a century of experience, we have the expertise to implement high-performing projects with unmatched outcomes, serving industry leaders in mission-critical and other essential sectors such as data centers, semiconductors, life sciences, healthcare, education, and more.
Benefits Overview
Health & Welfare: Company Paid medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, accident & sickness benefit, basic group life and AD&D, and Employee Assistance Program
Time Off Benefits: Paid vacation, company-paid holidays, and paid sick leave
Financial Benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan
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