Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist IV

Granite Construction; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist IV to manage and enhance the efficiency of their accounts payable department. This role involves overseeing daily operations, resolving discrepancies, and providing exceptional customer service to both internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, advanced analytical skills, and a commitment to fostering a collaborative team environment. With a robust benefits package and a focus on employee growth, this opportunity allows you to build a rewarding career while contributing to significant infrastructure projects.

Benefits

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending plans

401(k) matching

Mental wellness programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Accounts Payable and 2 years in Accounting preferred.
• Excellent customer service and advanced analytical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily workflow of accounts payable processing and ensure smooth operations.
• Identify and resolve invoice discrepancies while providing guidance to staff.

Skills

Advanced account reconciliations

Customer service

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Associates Degree in Accounting

A/P certification

General knowledge of Lean Six Sigma

Tools

E1

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist IV

Apply locations

Salt Lake City, Utah

Posted on: 10 Days Ago

Job Requisition ID: R0000005474

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General Summary

Under minimal supervision, this position is responsible for overseeing the daily workflow of all accounts payable processing, data entry, advanced reconciliations, department financial reporting, mail processing and scanning to ensure smooth daily operations of the Accounts Payable department, & serve as a department SME (Subject Matter Expert) as needed for process improvement projects.

Essential Job Accountabilities

• Provide excellent customer service in a timely, professional manner to promote a positive interaction with internal and external customers in order to ensure that they experience the highest quality of customer service.
• Identify and resolve A/P invoice discrepancies and provide guidance and direction to other AP staff members in order to take appropriate corrective action within the Accounts Payable group.
• Serve as a resource to others to resolve issues that occur in order to provide leadership to the AP group.
• Develop and build on relationships in order to train employees successfully, maintain open communication with co-workers and all other employees, including executives to maintain a professional and cohesive AP team.
• Work with the IT Department to efficiently resolve any accounts payable issues as needed.
• Participate in project related activities specific to Accounts Payable process improvements as a department SME (Subject Matter Expert) to gain standardization and efficiency.
• Perform on-line inquiries in the AP system to access detailed information for vendors and field representatives to ensure all inquiries are answered in a timely and informed manner promoting excellent customer satisfaction.
• Ability to run, create and analyze AP data and financial reports.
• Advanced knowledge of account reconciliations for both GL and vendor accounts to enable the AP department to handle a variety of customer inquiries.
• Meet closing cycle for month end close in accounts payable to adhere to all periodic accounting deadlines.
• Serve as a backup for other accounts payable functions to ensure that all functional AP areas are covered in case of absence.
• Serve as a backup in the absence of the Accounts Payable Supervisor or Manager to ensure the smooth daily operation of the AP department.
• Assist with internal audits and self-audits of all business functions to ensure that established internal controls are followed to maintain compliance with Company’s policies and procedures, including all Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.

Education

• Associates Degree in Accounting or equivalent.
• A/P certification a plus.
• General knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles desired.

Work Experience

• 5+ years in Accounts Payable (progressive at Granite a plus).
• 2 years Accounting experience helpful.
• Training and Leadership experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of account reconciliations for both GL and vendor accounts to enable the AP department to handle a variety of vendor inquiries.
• Advanced knowledge of E1.
• Advanced Excel and Word skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Advanced analytical skills.
• Superior customer service skills.
• Self-motivated team player with clearly demonstrated talent for leadership and teaching.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Deadline driven.
• 10-key by touch.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Requirements/Skills

• Team player.
• Ability to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct on a daily basis.
• Occasional travel.

Our Benefits at a Glance:

Building tomorrow starts with you, and Granite knows that you can excel only if we support you in and out of the workplace. That is why we offer a broad benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more.

Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents. Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

As part of our investment in your future outside of the workplace, Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately.

Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.

Base Salary Range:

$55,902.00 - $83,852.00

Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.

About Granite Construction Incorporated

Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.