Accounts Payable Processor

Power Up A Career With UsOur people power everything we do. At Tampa Electric, dependable electricity starts with dedicated individuals whose talent, skill and passion drive our success. We've been lighting the way for West Central Florida for more than 125 years—and we're just getting started. Join us and build a rewarding career with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and a culture that supports your growth. Your potential finds its purpose at Tampa Electric. We proudly deliver 99.98% electric service reliability to nearly 860,000 customers across 2,000 square miles of Hillsborough County and parts of Polk, Pasco and Pinellas counties. Through innovation and strategic investments, we're creating a cleaner, brighter energy future—while delivering exceptional service every step of the way. We reflect the communities we serve and foster a workplace where every employee feels welcomed, valued and engaged. Join our team of energy experts and help shape the future of power.Storm Duty Requirements Tampa Electric and its sister companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our Tampa Electric customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures. Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment. Tampa Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, please click on link below: Disclosure StatementsPower up a career with us. Our people are our greatest investments. Be the light to help us keep our customers connected. If you are interested in a career and not just a position, Tampa Electric is the place to be! Tampa Electric offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth and development in a friendly and professional work environment. We embrace diversity and the inclusion of all. We believe our differences, unique perspectives and talents are our strengths and integral to the success of our company. We're honored to serve approximately 780,000 customers across West Central Florida and safely provide them with clean, affordable and reliable electricity. We've been doing it for more than 100 years, and there's so much more ahead. Join our team of energy experts as we build on that legacy through innovation, continued solar investments, cost-effective and sustainable energy solutions all while keeping top-notch customer service at the center of all we do.Position ConceptThis position is responsible for processing the accurate and timely payment, recording and distribution of expenses for TECO Energy and subsidiaries, Tampa Electric Company, Peoples Gas Systems, New Mexico Gas Company, TECO Partners and Seacoast. The responsibilities include maintaining vendor master data, payable controls and records and assists business units on matters relating to payables functions.Level 1: Accounts Payable ProcessorThis position performs under direct to moderate supervision. In order to develop competence, they will receive training and mentoring from senior AP staff members.Primary Duties And ResponsibilitiesReview, research and resolve invoice issues and exceptions needed to process transactions needed to accurately and timely pay our vendors. Review and process invoices needed to accurately and timely record corporate expenditures to the general ledger. Provide customized support for accounts payable related issues to external and internal customers. Review transactions for compliance to corporate policies and procedures as well as to identify and minimize exposure to late fees or discontinued supplies or services. Perform special processes to ensure the integrity of the payable liabilities. These include reviewing vendor statements and GRIR, Assists in projects and performs other duties and responsibilities as directed by Supervisor or Manager.QualificationsEducation Required: High School diploma or GED Related Experience Required: Minimum of 1 year of office work environment Preferred: Minimum of 1 year of experience in accounts payable or in a related area Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA) Required: Basic knowledge of Microsoft applications Preferred: Ability to interpret questions & demonstrate ability to research and locate appropriate answers. Working knowledge of available accounts payable resources. Understands account number structure. Advancement to a higher level is based on value added to the Company through increased duties, responsibilities, and accomplishments. Advancement is not automatic, i.e. based solely on time in the job, but will be based on the employee's performance, qualifications, and the business and/or technical needs of the department.TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!! Competitive Salary *401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off* Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage *Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs * On-site Fitness Centers * Bonus Plan and more!STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS....Please make sure to read below!!!Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment. TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures. TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities. Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) ADA policy It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s. Application accommodations Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed. Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.