What are the responsibilities and job description for the Subcontracts Accounts Payable position at Russell Co.?
Brief Description
Russell is a professional services firm providing construction and development services across the Midwest. Since its inception in 1983, Russell’s culture promotes a collaborative work environment that strives to exceed our clients’ expectations and provide life-time career opportunities for our professionals.
Headquartered in Davenport, Iowa, with offices in St. Louis and Springfield, Missouri and Overland Park, Kansas, Russell has delivered more than $7 billion in projects across 34 states. We remain a market leader in our core markets, including new construction and complex additions and renovations.
At Russell, we are creating more than a project - we are building great people, relationships, and communities.
Life at Russell
The number one response we receive when we ask our team members what they like about Russell is the culture. Russell team members describe working here as being more flexible than any place they’ve ever worked. They feel supported and support each other. They have fun. They are empowered to get their work done how they see fit. And most of all, they know they can continue their careers here because of the rich development tools available to them. Life at Russell is full of opportunities.
How You’ll Contribute
As Subcontracts Accounts Payable, you will help us reach our strategic growth goals by managing Subcontractor payables across multiple construction projects from start to finish, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and compliance with company and project requirements.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Educational and experience requirements include associate degree in accounting or a related field preferred; or equivalent combinations of training and/or related experience. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Effective written and verbal communication skills for interacting with internal teams and external partners. Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and a willingness to learn new systems, processes, and construction finance practices. Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines and maintain accuracy under pressure.
Russell is a professional services firm providing construction and development services across the Midwest. Since its inception in 1983, Russell’s culture promotes a collaborative work environment that strives to exceed our clients’ expectations and provide life-time career opportunities for our professionals.
Headquartered in Davenport, Iowa, with offices in St. Louis and Springfield, Missouri and Overland Park, Kansas, Russell has delivered more than $7 billion in projects across 34 states. We remain a market leader in our core markets, including new construction and complex additions and renovations.
At Russell, we are creating more than a project - we are building great people, relationships, and communities.
Life at Russell
The number one response we receive when we ask our team members what they like about Russell is the culture. Russell team members describe working here as being more flexible than any place they’ve ever worked. They feel supported and support each other. They have fun. They are empowered to get their work done how they see fit. And most of all, they know they can continue their careers here because of the rich development tools available to them. Life at Russell is full of opportunities.
How You’ll Contribute
As Subcontracts Accounts Payable, you will help us reach our strategic growth goals by managing Subcontractor payables across multiple construction projects from start to finish, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and compliance with company and project requirements.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Process monthly Subcontractor billings, including collecting, coding, entering, and routing for approval.
- Respond promptly and professionally to Subcontractor inquiries regarding billing status and payments.
- Track and maintain lien waivers for all Subcontractors and lower-tier Subcontractors.
- Review and determine payment priorities prior to each check run in coordination with project and accounting teams.
- Reconcile project commitments and confirm all contractual requirements are met before issuing final payments.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with project management, accounting, and field teams to ensure accurate financial documentation.
- Demonstrate initiative in identifying process improvements and contributing to team efficiency.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support project and company objectives.
Educational and experience requirements include associate degree in accounting or a related field preferred; or equivalent combinations of training and/or related experience. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Effective written and verbal communication skills for interacting with internal teams and external partners. Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and a willingness to learn new systems, processes, and construction finance practices. Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines and maintain accuracy under pressure.
