Accounts Payable Specialist

Mge Underground•Paso Robles, CA

42d•$24 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

MGE Underground is a growing utility infrastructure contractor serving utility companies from our Paso Robles headquarters and regional hubs throughout California. Our mission is to support our clients' expanding utility and infrastructure requirements by positioning MGE as the leading provider of innovative construction solutions at the best value. Our Core Values Safety | Continuous Development | Respect | Integrity | Performance | Trust | Fun The Accounts Payable Specialist will perform a variety of clerical and technical accounting duties such as receiving, entering, verifying and reconciling invoices and/or credit card transactions. This position will be responsible for various tasks with the Accounting Department with a specific focus on the Accounts Payable (A/P) functions to increase the Company's effectiveness and efficiency.

Requirements

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Ability to use computers and computer systems, set up functions, enter data, and process information
Basic understanding of accounting principles and standards
Strong mathematical skills - knowledge of mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem and ability to spot numerical errors
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Service orientation skills
Critical thinking skills - using logic to identify alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
Superior organizational skills
Ability to concentrate on a task over a period without being distracted
High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Nice To Haves

Minimum 1 year of verifiable accounting experience
Experience with accounting software

Responsibilities

Assist in the management of the daily A/P functions
Enter/import accurate accounting transactions
Scan, sort, and match back up documents to corresponding A/P transactions
Code, review, and assign A/P transactions
Monitor correspondence to and from internal and external company contacts
File and maintain records for the A/P Department
Assist with the credit card process; issuing cards, cancelling cards, filing disputes, etc.
Track weekly activity to ensure there is no misuse of the company credit card so any inappropriate charges are investigated promptly.
Reconcile vendor statements and request any missing invoices from vendors

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
401K
Vacation accrual for all non-exempt employees in addition to ten paid company holidays.
Multiple monitors, standing desks, and other ergonomic equipment to match your work style.
Monthly birthday celebrations, team lunches, company-wide employee recognition events, and other employee engagement opportunities.
Employer-sponsored learning/career development opportunities and conferences/seminars.
Employee Assistance Program: no-cost counseling, legal consultation, financial consultation, ID recovery, emotional well-being resources, dependent care resources, and crisis consultation.

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