What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Specialist position at Murray Resources - Best Staffing Agency?
A reputable construction subcontractor is looking to add an Accounts Payable Processor to their team. The role will focus on handling invoice processing, entering bills and payments, updating purchase orders, and providing overall support to the AP department.
Salary: $55,000-$65,000
Location: Houston, TX – North West – Onsite
Type of Position: Temp to Hire
Responsibilities:
- Accurately enter and match material invoices to purchase orders using 2-way or 3-way matching, verifying each invoice line against the original PO and ensuring correct job and GL coding.
- Process overhead and employee reimbursement invoices, verifying details and invoice totals.
- Enter and reconcile equipment and discount invoices following established procedures.
- Verify subtotals, freight charges, and sales tax for accuracy on all invoices.
- Determine and apply appropriate tax-exempt status for each invoice; prepare and send tax-exempt certificates as needed.
- Prepare AP invoice batches for executive review in accordance with established parameters.
- Process payments for all approved invoices and bills.
- Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payments, check stubs, short-paid invoices, tax-exempt jobs, and credit card transactions.
- Collaborate with Purchasing, NAM, and Operations teams to resolve invoice discrepancies promptly.
- Reconcile monthly vendor statements to ensure no outstanding or past-due invoices.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 3-5 years of full cycle accounts payable experience within the construction industry
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Previous experience with Certified Payroll a plus
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel and ERP (Dynamics 365 preferred)
Salary : $55,000 - $65,000