AP Associate

RailWorks•Atlanta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Controller, the Accounts Payable Associate performs accounting and administrative/clerical tasks related to the efficient processing and maintenance of accounts payable transactions; and provides general administrative support and backup to the to the regional office including reception and clerical functions.

Requirements

High School Graduation supplemented by completion of a post-secondary program in accounting.
A minimum of two (2) years of recent related office, accounting and payroll experience.
Proficiency in the use of software applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint; JD Edwards or other construction accounting package is preferred
Demonstrated ability to multi-task, organize work, prioritize and work to deadlines.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Superior problem-solving skills and ability to use judgment and common sense.
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information and to perform with a high level of professionalism and integrity.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the construction industry or project-based environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Processes accounts payable including coding and posting accounts payable invoices; forwarding invoices for approval; maintaining AP files by vendors, reconciling statements and payable amounts, reconciling weekly cash requirement report, processing and maintaining documentation and records control for purchase orders, bills of lading and packing slips.
Handles routine requests for information
Performs data entry in JDE or other systems; creates, updates and maintains files, spreadsheets, databases.
Answers phones, directs calls, takes messages and provides general office and reception support. Meets and greets visitors.
Assists A/R, Payroll, & Admin team members as required to ensure deadlines are completed in a timely manner.
Performs other related duties as assigned.