What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Specialist position at Potelco, Inc.?
About Us
Potelco, Inc., a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), was founded in 1965. We specialize in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, which include designing, estimating, material acquisition, project management, construction, emergency power restoration, system maintenance, and similar services. Our expertise is in power, transmission, distribution, and substation projects. We are a leading full-service provider of power infrastructure, construction, and support services in utility and energy contracting throughout the Pacific Northwest and neighboring states.
We are proud to be working with some of the region’s largest energy companies as we continue to modernize their electric systems, move towards de-carbonization, and maintain thousands of miles of overhead and underground lines serving millions of residential and commercial customers. We uphold high safety, productivity, and reliability standards as we work with our customers to provide both current and strategic, forward-thinking energy infrastructure, delivery, and solutions.
About this Role
If you enjoy working with a great group of professionals, are accurate, like a fast pace, and enjoy number processing then we have a role for you! Potelco seeks strong Accounts Payable Specialist to join the team at our company headquarters in Sumner, WA. We are looking for an individual to provide:
- Accurate entry of invoices with proper vendor assignment.
- Scanning and indexing into imaging software and routing to proper business units.
- Work proactively with vendors and internal personnel to manage inquiries and discrepancies.
Salary: $48,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year (depending on experience)
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
What You'll Do
- Enter new vendors into accounts payable system and obtain W-9’s prior to payment.
- Vendor setup using W-9’s to establish appropriate tax classifications.
- Obtain and reconcile all pertinent supporting documents for invoices while obtaining authorizations.
- Enter invoices into appropriate accounting periods.
- Review general ledger accounts for reasonableness.
- Ensure sales tax or use taxes are paid appropriately.
- Enter invoices and credits into accounts payable system.
- Keep files current and in order.
- Reconcile vendor statements, credit card statements, and employee reimbursements; research and resolve discrepancies on a timely basis.
- Work cooperatively and pro-actively with vendors and internal partners to manage inquires and discrepancies.
- Communicate effectively in a team environment and/or work independently to meet AP team goals.
What You'll Bring
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Demonstrated accounting experience, including high volume accounts payable.
- Knowledge of basic accounting principles to process and pay vendors timely and accurately.
- Excellent organization, research, and reconciliation skills.
- Proficient in Excel, data management, formatting, and formulas.
- Experienced with AP software data entry.
- Excellent 10 key and alpha numeric keying speeds.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- AA in accounting or 3 years in an AP accounting role.
- Job cost-based AP & accounting software experience.
- Experience with Oracle/JDE accounting software.
- Experience with Concur and PNC.
- Familiar with processing company credit cards and employee reimbursements.
Compensation Range
The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $48,000.00/Yr. - USD $58,000.00/Yr. depending on experience and qualifications.Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Salary : $48,000 - $58,000