Accounts Payable Specialist - Overland Park, KS

Metronet•Overland Park, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will assist with the Accounts Payable process associated with projects located around the country. The process includes checking the legitimacy of the invoice, determining if the invoice has been approved for payment, tracking the payment against existing work orders/contract documents, processing invoices for payment, and managing the filing structure for all AP invoices. In addition, the position requires the candidate assist in creation of change orders.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Strong organizational and prioritization skills
Strong computer skills, with emphasis on Microsoft Office Suite.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills required
Effective team collaborating skills with excellent attention to detail
Ability to work multiple tasks effectively and efficiently
Intermediate math skills; common fractions, decimals, computing rate, percentage calculations
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, customers, co-workers, and public
Willingness to work as a team and independently.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

associate or bachelor’s degree preferred
Advanced Excel skills are a plus

Responsibilities

On a weekly basis, consolidate invoices submitted by Metronet teams and contractors
Process invoices submitted by Metronet teams and contractors
Review invoices for appropriate information prior to processing
Sort, review and distribute incoming mail and email
Respond to vendor inquiries by working directly with contractors and project teams to address outstanding invoices
Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices
Update the database that compares payments against the applicable documents
All other duties as assigned