What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist position at Reeder General Contractors?
An Accounting Specialist's responsibilities expands beyond basic transaction management to include more advanced duties, such as advanced AP/AR Management, Reconciliation and reporting, ensuring accuracy of the GL, handling escalated issues of AP/AR.
Minimum Qualifications
• Experience with accounting software and databases
• Knowledge of accounting principles, standards and regulations
• Bachelors degree in accounting, finance or related field or equivalent experience
• Industry knowledge
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Competencies
• Bookkeeping
• Accounting principles
• Strong Customer Service skills
• Proficient in Excel/Spreadsheets
• Understands the impact of data entry on financial statements
Skills
• Problem solving skills
• Attention to detail and ensuring accuracy
• Time management/escalation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook). Experience with accounting software
• Ability to manage and mentor
• Critical thinking
• Team oriented
Responsibilities:
Invoice Processing:
Receive, review, and verify invoices for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies.
Code invoices to the appropriate accounts and cost centers.
Process invoices in a timely manner, ensuring proper approvals before payment.
Payment Processing:
Prepare and process vendor payments, ensuring all payments are made within company terms and deadlines.
Coordinate with the controller to ensure accurate and timely payment disbursements (via check, ACH, wire transfer, etc.).
Resolve payment discrepancies and ensure accurate payment records.
Vendor Management:
Maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers, addressing inquiries, disputes and resolving any issues promptly.
Ensure accurate and up-to-date vendor records, including contact details and payment terms. Assist with vendor statement reconciliation’s to ensure that accounts are accurate and complete.
Assist with month-end and year-end closing process by providing AP data and reports as needed. Escalate disputes to manager if appropriate.
Subcontractor Pay Application and Pay Outs:
Manage subcontractor pay applications through GCPay, ensuring compliance with contractual and financial requirements.
Enter subcontractor pay applications from GCPay into Foundation for processing.
Monitor and track COI expiration dates within GCPay, proactively requesting updates from subcontractors.
Upload and review lien waivers in GCPay to confirm compliance before processing payments.
Work closely with project managers and accounting team members to address any discrepancies or issues within GCPay.
Role is subject to change and evolve upon business needs.
Reeder General Contractors does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
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