Accounts Payable Staff Accountant Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Accounts Payable Staff Accountant to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- AIA Billing;
- Cost accounting;
- Subcontractor pay apps;
- Lien waivers;
- Heavy Accounts Payable;
- Processing payments;
- Prepares and maintains schedules in support of year-end close and external audit;
- Assists Accounting Department by making the daily bank deposit, typically one day per week, as well as other duties as assigned;
- Provides backup support for various critical departmental functions as needed;
- Reconciles balance sheet accounts and prepares related journal entries for monthly close;
- Assists with researching and resolving outstanding checks, including voiding and reissuing checks as appropriate;
- Prepares spreadsheets and journal entries as needed;
- Reconciles open payables, advances and various allowance account balances in the general ledger weekly and monthly;
- Ensures compliance with 1099 reporting requirements; prepares and files Forms 1099 and electronic submission to IRS at year end for assigned entities.
Requirements:
- Construction experience needed;
- Degree in Accounting or Finance;
- Viewpoint/Vista is a plus;
- 2+ years of Experience;
- AIA Billing experience needed;
- Education Required: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or equivalent experience;
- Years and Types of Experience: Three to six years accounting experience;
- Exceptional computer skills including advanced Excel and experience with accounting systems;
- Associate’s Degree in Finance or Accounting;
- Strong ability to multi-task, keen attention to detail, developed problem-solving skills, and collaborative team focus;
- Proven ability to reconcile a high volume of transactions;
- Strong understanding of accounting principles;
- 2+ years of diverse accounting experience with a focus on accounts payable.