Construction Accounts Payable Specialist

Edgewater Technical Associates • Oak Ridge, TN

24d • Onsite

About The Position

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking a Construction Accounts Payable Specialist to manage accounts payable activities for its Construction Projects Division. The successful candidate will work closely with project managers, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure invoices and payment applications are processed accurately and paid on time.

Requirements

• Two or more years of relevant accounts payable experience
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong time-management and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and general computer applications
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet recurring deadlines
• Ability to handle confidential financial information professionally

Nice To Haves

• Experience with a construction firm and/or government contractor
• Accounting degree
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint is a plus

Responsibilities

• Manage the accounts payable process for the Construction Projects Division
• Review, code, and accurately enter vendor invoices and subcontractor payment applications into the accounting system
• Verify invoice accuracy, project coding, required approvals, and supporting documentation, including lien waivers when applicable
• Work closely with project managers to obtain timely invoice approvals and resolve questions
• Communicate professionally with vendors and subcontractors regarding billing and payment matters
• Monitor payment deadlines and ensure timely and accurate payments
• Reconcile vendor statements and research invoice or payment discrepancies
• Maintain organized accounts payable records and support month-end closing activities

Benefits

• paid time off
• medical
• dental
• life
• vision
• disability insurance
• pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions
• 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree