Accounts Payable Specialist II

Accounts Payable Specialist II

Streimer is a company of problem solvers, committed to quality and innovative solutions that exceed expectations. Employee retention and long-term employees is a result of demonstrating that we believe in the power of people. Our core values inform our approach and drive success. We value teamwork, finding solutions, personal accountability, and an unwavering commitment to safety. Founded in 1946, we are a premier supplier of sheet metal and mechanical products, systems, and services.

Our Accounts Payable Specialist II works with a diverse group of vendors and internal staff to accurately process all incoming invoices following company procedures. The role requires the ability to work well with others; take initiative to identify, research, and resolve billing inquiries and discrepancies; and accurately job code, process payments, and complete work in a timely manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Process subcontract payments, material invoices, overhead expenses, intercompany payments, employee reimbursements and other direct cost invoices according to contract terms and company policies.
• Ensure invoices/statements and material transactions are coded to appropriate job codes.
• Ensure all required approvals are obtained prior to issuing payments.
• Work with the purchasing department and project management teams to ensure accuracy and coding of invoices and resolve vendor issues.
• Remit payments by check, ACH, or credit card; and post all direct withdrawals / wires.
• Once approved, establish vendors in Sage accounting system.
• Maintain vendor records and make updates as required inclusive of obtaining W-9's and tax exemption certificates.
• Reconcile vendor and credit card statements.
• Address payment inquiries; and research, analyze, and effectively resolve vendor billing discrepancies.
• Research and reconcile remaining balance on purchase orders requested to be closed prior to closing in the system.
• Generate invoices for rent / leases and process monthly payments.
• Prepare monthly Accounts Payable reports for management review.
• Perform other accounting duties as requested to support other accounting department needs.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting or business management, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Minimum three years of accounts payable experience.
• Experience with job cost accounting in the construction and/or manufacturing industry.
• Working knowledge of business math, bookkeeping practices and principles of double entry and accrual accounting, and techniques used to reconcile accounts to control accounts and maintain books through trial balance.
• Detail oriented and follows through on responsibilities accurately and in a timely manner.
• Self-starter who proactively takes ownership and works in a collaborative environment with limited direction.
• Ability to identify discrepancies in accounting records, research and analyze information, and effectively resolve issues.
• High integrity and utmost confidentiality to serve the best interests of the organization.
• Effectively communicates verbally and in writing to create clarity and understanding.
• Works well under pressure and takes a diplomatic approach to challenges.
• Demonstrates a commitment to following company procedures.
• Continuous improvement mindset, identifying opportunities and potential challenges and engaging appropriate team members in finding and recommending solutions.
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Pro, and Sage 300 CRE (formerly Timberline). Advanced user of Excel.

Work Hours

This is an onsite position with normal work hours of approximately 7:30 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday. Willingness and ability to adjust hours and work additional time to meet business needs when necessary.

Work Environment

Ability to travel on foot one city-block between facilities and carry or cart paper records, lift approximately 30-35 lbs. (storage record boxes), and work at a computer 50-100% of the day.

Compensation

• Competitive pay range of $30.00 to $32.75 per hour; commensurate with experience.
• Profit sharing and performance contingent bonus opportunities.
• Family medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance premiums paid 100% by Streimer.
• Life / Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance plan.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity and inclusion in our employment practices. We encourage all qualified people to apply regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran, justice impacted, and disability status. There is no guarantee of employment, and nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

Streimer Sheet Metal Works, Inc.