Accounts Payable Manager

Commonwealth Electric Company of the Midwest is a full-service electrical and low voltage contractor located in Arizona, Iowa, Nebraska, and Utah. With a Commitment to Excellence, Commonwealth uses a combination of disciplines, expertise, and our four core values (Customers, Employees, Character, and Mastery) to serve our customers with the highest quality of work. We employ hundreds of skilled employees nationwide, so if you are interested in becoming part of our team, keep on reading!

What We Offer:

• Employee Ownership: A key component to our company culture is our sense of ownership. As employee owners, every team member has a stake in our success. Your hard work directly contributes to the growth and prosperity of the company, and you share in the rewards.
• Benefits: Our people are our greatest asset. Because of this, Commonwealth offers our qualified employees a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to protect them and their families from the unknown.
• Mentorship: We pair new team members with mentors who provide guidance, support, and valuable insights throughout your onboarding experience.
• Career Development: Our people are what make Commonwealth great, and we are committed to your growth. With access to continuous learning opportunities and training programs, you can advance your career and stay at the forefront of industry innovations.
• Leadership Development: We cultivate future leaders. Whether you are just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, we provide opportunities for leadership development to provide you the tools and support you need to succeed.

Position Summary:

The Accounts Payable Manager is responsible for overseeing the accounts payable team and ensuring the accurate and timely processing of all accounts payable transactions. This role involves managing AP specialists, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. The AP Manager will also play a key role in process improvement initiatives and financial reporting.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supervise and mentor a team of Accounts Payable Specialists
• Oversee the entry and processing of AP invoices for all locations
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of coding corrections, recurring invoices and vendor payments
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors
• Ensure vendor records are up to date, including compliance documents
• Address and resolve vendor payment inquiries and issues promptly
• Oversee the processing of annual 1099s and follow up on outstanding AP checks
• Assist with month end and year end closing processes, including reconciling the AP sub-ledger to the general ledger
• Provide excellent customer service to research and resolve issues as needed
• Establish and maintain professional line of communication with relevant staff
• Assist in administrative functions such as filing, inbound/outbound phone calls, etc.
• Exemplify, promote and foster our purpose of Committed to Excellence through our Core Values of Customers, Employees, Character and Mastery
• All other duties as assigned and required

Required Qualifications:

• Good interpersonal skills
• Excellent record keeping and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required
• Minimum of 5 years experience in accounts payable required, experience in a supervisory role preferred
• Construction administrative experience beneficial

Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy not to discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran or disability status, or any other status covered under the Equal Employment Opportunity Act. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.