Accounts Payable Specialist Monroe, NC

Position Description

Accounts Payable Specialist

State Utility Contractors Inc. Monroe NC

State Utility Contractors Inc. a 100% employee-ownedleader in water and wastewater utility construction is now hiring anexperienced Accounting Specialist to join our team.

For more than 40 years State Utility has built criticalwater and wastewater infrastructure across the Carolinas. As an employee-ownedcompany we take pride in our people our work and the long-term success ofevery team member. This position is an excellent opportunity for an accountingprofessional who is detail-oriented organized and interested in joining astable growing construction company.

About the Role

The Accounts Payable Specialist will support State Utilitysaccounting operations with a primary focus on accounts payable employeeexpense processing credit card reconciliations and general accountingsupport. This role will also provide back-up assistance to other accountingstaff as needed.

What Youll Do

• Review verify and process vendor invoices for accuracy and proper authorization
• Match invoices to purchase orders and resolve discrepancies promptly
• Enter invoice data into the accounting system for payment processing
• Prepare and process electronic payments (ACH) and checks
• Reconcile vendor statements and communicate with vendors to resolve any outstanding balances or discrepancies
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing by reconciling accounts payable records
• Reconcile company credit card accounts and process payments
• Complete documentation and research related to credit card chargebacks
• Build and maintain positive relationships with vendors and internal teams
• Maintain organized and accurate records of invoices payments and correspondence
• Ensure compliance with company policies financial regulations and tax requirements (e.g. 1099 reporting)
• Support accounting team functions as needed

What Were Looking For

• Associate degree required; bachelors degree preferred
• 35 years of related accounting experience; construction industry experience preferred
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices particularly in accounts payable management
• Knowledge of accounts payable workflows tax compliance (1099) and vendor management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel Word and Outlook
• Experience with accounting software; Viewpoint experience preferred
• Strong accuracy attention to detail and aptitude for numbers
• Ability to complete filing recordkeeping data entry and word processing tasks
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Why State Utility

• 100% employee-owned company
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Full benefits package
• Stable long-standing company with 40 years in the water and wastewater construction industry
• Opportunity to join a professional team-oriented workplace that values accuracy accountability and long-term growth

State Utility Contractors Inc. is proud to be an EqualOpportunity Employer.