Accounting Associate

Hoar • Birmingham, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Associate is responsible for providing financial, administrative and clerical services as it relates to accounts payable, accounts receivable and job costs. This includes ensuring vendors and subcontractors are paid in a timely manner under company procedures, posting owner billings and payments, paying company taxes, job payment reporting and job costs at month end.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• 5 years of experience in an accounting role, preferably in the A/C/E industry
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principals including generally accepted accounting principles.
• Proficient in MS Office, ten key & typing.

Responsibilities

• Key & process payable batches for assigned Project Managers or Divisions.
• Enter subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders into the accounting system as needed by project teams.
• Review and approve any payment applications received.
• Process miscellaneous check requests and answer internal questions from other departments.
• Disburse and post payments under the documented controls of Accounting and Finance leadership.
• Run subcontract, vendor status and other reports necessary to keep job team and management team informed.
• Reconcile vendor statements.
• Act as a liaison between the job team and vendors, subcontractors, or payment service providers for problem resolution.
• Attend monthly staff meetings, and report on progress, problems, and recommended solutions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED