Accounts Payable Specialist

Groundworks•Virginia Beach, VA

19d•Hybrid

About The Position

Groundworks, North America's leading foundation repair and water management specialist, is seeking a talented Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team. This role is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of all corporate invoices and payment requests, including verifying sales taxes and handling vendor inquiries. The specialist will also conduct credit card purchase audits, provide user support and training, and collaborate with internal partners to resolve discrepancies and ensure optimal resolutions. The company emphasizes career growth, comprehensive benefits, and a culture of hard work and innovation.

Requirements

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in corporate accounts payable role
Associate’s degree in accounting or equivalent experience
Ability to work in a fast paced and changing environment
Extensive knowledge of corporate payables business processes and associated Microsoft Dynamics 365 functionalities
Strong analytical skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Excellent problem solving and organizational skills
Excellent communication skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, specific proficiency in Excel

Nice To Haves

Experience in shared services environment is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Ensure all transactions (invoices, check requests and credit card transactions) are handled and resolved according to service level agreement.
Escalate issues when applicable and ensure timely resolution to maintain high customer satisfaction.
Analyze exceptions (such as but not limited to invoices not matching with PO, incomplete requests, error in taxation) to detect patterns, determine root causes and implement a resolution.
Performs credit card transaction audit reviews in accordance with travel & expense policy, communicates guidelines and required amendments to requestors for compliance.
Identify risks regarding process inputs, internal operations, and recommend options to mitigate.
Provide ad hoc support during internal and external audit reviews.
Act as a subject matter expert on designated processes.
Collaborate with assigned branches to resolve invoice and purchase order discrepancies and ensure timely and accurate payment to vendors.
Maintain a strong working relationship with internal and external partners to resolve issues.
Acquire and maintain technical understanding of payable process in order to support end users.
Performs other duties as assigned.
It is an essential function of this job that the employee regularly and reliably reports to work on time each working day.