Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist Path Construction is growing and seeking a qualified Accounts Payable Specialist to join our organization out of our Arlington Heights, IL office to be part of the accounting team! We are a rapidly growing general contractor headquartered in Arlington Heights, IL with additional offices in Charlotte, NC; Scottsdale, AZ; Knoxville, TN; and Dallas, TX with projects throughout the United States. Founded in 2008, Path Construction is a Chicago based general contractor providing a vast array of construction services to multiple regions throughout the country. Our expertise is very diverse and includes experience on small and large projects of many different types, including but not limited to: healthcare, multi-family, hospitality, education, retail, transportation, self-storage, senior living, water and waste treatment, convention centers, laboratories, correctional, and institutional. The main philosophy and strategy for the growth of our organization is to be on the cutting edge of all aspects of the construction process. Additionally, our unmatched customer satisfaction and, most importantly, the development and quality of our people drive our success. Responsibilities Process accounts payables, including but not limited to, data entry of invoices into our accounting system, matching, coding, approving, and reconciling all entries Set-up subcontracts and purchase orders in Job Cost System Ensure all Subcontractor/Suppliers invoices are submitted as required by subcontract and purchase order agreements Maintain Accounts Payable Database including but not limited to updating vendor information, verifying Federal Tax ID Numbers, and ensuring payments are directed to the proper remittance address Scheduling and preparing checks Resolving purchase order, contract, invoice, or payment discrepancies and documentation Review Vendor Statements Ensure all Subcontractors and Supplier Invoices are processed accurately and timely Ensure proper matching Revenues and Expenses for all projects Ensure Subcontractor/Suppliers Waivers of Lien are received and correct Ensure Subcontractors and Suppliers are paid in accordance with contractual terms Ensure all Path Compliance requirements for W-9's, Insurance Certificates, EEO, and other documents are met by Subcontractors and Suppliers Follow-up on outstanding accounts payables invoices Ensure good communication with Path Vendors calls and e-mails are responded to timely Ensure compliance with sales and use tax regulations Compile information for external auditors, as required Ensure payment discounts are taken when appropriate Assist with special projects as requested Work well with Path Team Members to ensure company goals are met for customer satisfaction, safety, and profitability