Accounts Payable Assistant

J Benton Construction

12d

About The Position

J. Benton Construction - Caribbean Construction Experts is more than a construction company. We're a team of builders that nurtures the needs of our clients while giving back to the Virgin Islands community where we live and work. Our goal is to be seen as one of the leading companies in the Caribbean by providing our clients with an unrelenting focus on customer service. We accomplish this by striving for excellence through continuous improvement and successfully completing projects without sacrificing quality. The project experience is just as significant to our team as the final product. We are proud to call the U.S. Virgin Islands our home. Since 2019, J. Benton has been in a strategic partnership with Consigli Construction Co., Inc., one of the Northeast’s top general contractors, allowing both companies to leverage their shared experience, complementary strengths and resources for a best-in-class approach to wide variety of projects. The Accounts Payable Assistant will play a critical role in the finance department, providing essential support to the accounting team by ensuring accurate financial records and document controls. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual looking to grow their career in accounting and finance, specifically in the construction industry.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; a degree or coursework in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration is preferred.
• Proven experience in data entry, administrative, or clerical role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Excel)
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with QuickBooks Online and/or Sage 300 CRE is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Match receipts and purchase orders (POs) with vendor invoices to ensure accuracy before payment processing
• Review, verify, and process invoices for payment in compliance with company policies
• Respond to vendor inquiries and assist in the reconciliation of vendor statements
• Reconcile credit card statements and compile related invoices/receipt with cost coding.
• Perform accurate and timely data entry of financial transactions into the accounting system (e.g., general ledger, accounts payable/receivable modules)
• Maintain and update various financial databases and spreadsheets, ensuring data integrity and consistency for reporting purposes
• Organize and file financial documentation, including invoices, expense reports, and payment records, both electronically, and physically.
• Work closely with the shipping department to gather documentation necessary to accurately post freight invoices
• Liaison with the local clearing agencies to ensure duty and tax payments are made in a timely manner.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees