What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist – Construction & Engineering position at CVM Construction Managers?
About Us
CVM Professional and CVMNEXT Construction combine the traditional capabilities of an at-risk contractor with an innovative attitude and in-house design expertise. We deliver a distinctly different approach to design and construction, offering a broad spectrum of capabilities including general contracting, structural engineering, and building diagnostics. Our long-term clients include leading commercial and industrial corporations, as well as some of the nation’s premier cultural and academic institutions.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist (internally recognized as a Bookkeeper/Accounting Assistant) to complete all aspects of accounts payable across both our engineering and construction companies. In this critical role, you will be responsible for reconciling transactions and financial data to our automated accounting systems.
We are looking to fill this role promptly to ensure a robust cross-training and knowledge-transfer period.
Key Responsibilities
● Accounts Payable Management: Complete all aspects of accounts payable, preparing and correcting a wide variety of routine and repetitive accounting tasks.
● Lien Waiver Tracking: Manage and track lien waivers specifically as they relate to AP invoicing.
● Expense & Payment Processing: Process credit card payments for travel and rental equipment, and manage employee expense reports.
● Project Manager Collaboration: Communicate effectively with Project Managers to rapidly resolve accounting discrepancies and compose routine correspondence.
● Year-End Reporting: Manage and execute 1099 processing at year-end.
● Records Management: Adhere strictly to proper accounting filing practices for both paper and electronic records.
● Adaptability: Perform other job-related duties as required to support the financial health of the firms.
Qualifications & Skills
● Experience: BA/BS in Business with an emphasis in Accounting, OR 5 years of related experience in a similar work environment.
● Industry Knowledge: Strong background in accounting and bookkeeping terminology and practices. Experience within the construction industry is strongly preferred.
● Software Competency: Knowledge of automated accounting systems is required. Experience with Sage/Timberline and Paperless software is highly preferred.
● Technical Skills: Extensive experience with Microsoft Excel to create complex spreadsheets and reports.
● Soft Skills: Must be highly organized, punctual, dependable, and able to successfully multi-task. Requires the ability to meet schedules and deadlines while possessing excellent communication and customer service skills.
Benefits
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package within a collaborative professional environment, including:
● 401(k)
● Health, Dental, and Life insurance
● Flexible spending account (FSA)
● Health savings account (HSA)
CVM and CVMNEXT are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing jobs for all without discrimination based on race/color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or veteran status, as well as providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
Application Instructions:
To express interest, please respond with a resume and cover letter, including salary requirements, pertinent experience, and references.
Pay: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,000 - $75,000