What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist position at KE&G Construction, Inc.?
KE&G Construction Inc. is one of southern Arizona’s leading heavy-civil contractors. We currently have an opening for an Accounting Specialist to join our accounting team. KE&G is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women and minorities to apply for all open positions. The ideal candidate for this job should have the following credentials:
The Accounting Specialist primary responsible for Accounts Payable includes accurately and timely performance of accounts payable duties assigned but not limited to timely processing large volume of invoices and pay applications, including job cost accounting and general ledger accounting, monthly reconciliation to vendors statements, reconciliation job cost to general ledger, and other accounts payable duties.
Additional full charge staff accountant experience a plus.
Candidate must be fluent in using ERP software’s, highly proficient in data entry, and analytical in financial and cost accounting in the construction or manufacturing industries.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Accounting Specialist primary responsible for Accounts Payable includes accurately and timely performance of accounts payable duties assigned but not limited to timely processing large volume of invoices and pay applications, including job cost accounting and general ledger accounting, monthly reconciliation to vendors statements, reconciliation job cost to general ledger, and other accounts payable duties.
Additional full charge staff accountant experience a plus.
Candidate must be fluent in using ERP software’s, highly proficient in data entry, and analytical in financial and cost accounting in the construction or manufacturing industries.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Enter vendor invoices into an ERP software, including job cost accounting and general ledger accounting.
- Reconcile vendors statements and balance monthly to general ledger.
- Ensure monthly recurring invoices are received timely and properly processed for payment.
- Communicate with vendors on invoice discrepancies.
- Understand a taxable vs a non-taxable item and communicate with vendor tax exempt forms.
- Support Accounting Management team with additional essential accounting functions as assigned.
- Five years minimum of experience preferred in a similar role in the construction industry.
- Must have full work experience and knowledge of job cost accounting and general ledger.
- Highly proficient experience in Excel, Word, Outlook; including excel functions such as
- Experience with ERP construction or manufacturing software (Trimble Viewpoint by Vista, Sage, QuickBook Contractor or Enterprise, or similar.)
- Thorough knowledge in job cost accounting and general ledger.
- Strong numerical and data entry skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Follows directions well and collaborates when suitable.
- Enjoy working in a large team environment, simultaneously ability to work alone and complete assignments timely.
Hourly wage $23.00 to 25.00 per hour, DOE
Work Schedule:
Monday – Thursday
7:00am to 4:00 pm with a one-hour lunch
or
7:30:am to 4:00 pm with a half hour lunch.
Friday 7:00am to 3:00 pm.
Full time– in office, 40-hour work week on average.
Some overtime may be required for end of month accounting close.
Benefits of the accounting department – Team collaboration and support, highly professional and experienced management team promoting recognition and education in the industry, no travel, laptop provided.
All other duties assigned. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
BENEFITS:
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Work Schedule:
Monday – Thursday
7:00am to 4:00 pm with a one-hour lunch
or
7:30:am to 4:00 pm with a half hour lunch.
Friday 7:00am to 3:00 pm.
Full time– in office, 40-hour work week on average.
Some overtime may be required for end of month accounting close.
Benefits of the accounting department – Team collaboration and support, highly professional and experienced management team promoting recognition and education in the industry, no travel, laptop provided.
All other duties assigned. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
BENEFITS:
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – Become a KE&G Employee-Owner!
- Employee activities include the Excelling Employee Owner Program, Employee Choice Awards, Family Picnic, Boot Bucks, Annual Shareholders Meeting, plus other exciting events and activities for the whole family!
- Competitive Salaries
- 401(k) plan
- Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA)
- Paid time off
- Employee-Specific Development/Training Plans – Designed for you, with you!
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance – choice of HSA & PPO Plans
- HSA – weekly company contribution
- PPO Plans – Low premium for employees
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Company paid Life Insurance with AD&D
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Salary : $23 - $25
