Senior Accounts Payable Technician

Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering, LLC•West Columbia, SC

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering, LLC (ICE) is seeking an experienced Senior Accounts Payable Technician to join our Accounting team in West Columbia, South Carolina. This onsite position is responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounts payable function, including invoice processing, vendor setup and verification, payment processing, use tax reporting, lease administration, and other accounting activities. The ideal candidate is a dependable, detail-oriented accounting professional who takes ownership of their work and can operate independently in a fast-paced environment. Because this position handles sensitive financial information and has access to company banking systems, a high level of integrity, discretion, reliability, and accuracy is essential.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
Minimum of 5 years of accounts payable experience, preferably in a high-volume or multi-entity environment.
Strong understanding of basic accounting principles, including general ledger accounts and expense coding.
Experience working within a comprehensive accounting or ERP system; Deltek Vantagepoint experience is a plus.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; intermediate-level Excel skills preferred.
Demonstrated ability to maintain accuracy while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and take initiative.
Ability to quickly learn new systems, procedures, and accounting processes.
Demonstrated reliability, discretion, and professionalism when handling confidential financial information.
Must complete a pre-employment screening and background check.
Must be legally authorized to work in the US.

Nice To Haves

Deltek Vantagepoint experience
intermediate-level Excel skills

Responsibilities

Enter, review, and process vendor invoices accurately and timely within the accounting system.
Establish new vendors and perform required W-9 verification and documentation.
Prepare and process vendor payments, including checks, ACH transactions, NACHA files, and EFTs.
Independently verify new or updated payee banking information in accordance with established financial controls and fraud-prevention procedures.
Review and analyze invoices and expenses to identify applicable use tax obligations.
Prepare and file use tax reports and payments in accordance with applicable requirements and deadlines.
Reconcile fleet leasing invoices and ensure expenses are allocated to the appropriate business units and general ledger (GL) accounts.
Manage accounting-related activities for company office and housing leases, including tracking and processing payments.
Assist with annual 1099 preparation and reporting.
Process and accurately record cash receipts.
Research and resolve invoice, payment, vendor, and account discrepancies.
Maintain organized and accurate accounts payable documentation and records.
Protect confidential company, vendor, employee, and banking information.
Support internal accounting controls and established AP procedures.
Assist the Accounting team with additional accounts payable and related accounting functions as assigned.