Accounts Payable Specialist

K&W Electric, Inc.; Cedar Falls (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Birthday Holiday

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

401k with Company Match

Company Sponsored Social Events

Job summary

K&W Electric, Inc. in Cedar Falls is hiring an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage invoice processing and vendor communications. You will reconcile invoices, assist with vendor statements, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely approvals and accurate entries.

The role emphasizes strong attention to detail, the ability to handle multiple tasks, and a positive, self-motivated approach while supporting the company’s growth and service commitments.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of computers and office equipment.
• Meticulous approach to work; identify and correct errors promptly.
• Capable of managing multiple tasks, setting priorities, and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Collect and reconcile invoices to packing lists and purchase orders, verify management approval is in place.
• Communicate invoice discrepancies and collaborate on resolution.
• Assist with reconciling vendor statements and resolving open items.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure timely approval and processing of invoices.
• Provide excellent customer service to vendors and internal stakeholders regarding accounts payable inquiries.
• Assist with monthly accounts payable closings.
• Coordinate hotel accommodations for traveling employees.
• Enter T&M workorders to accounting software and active projects list.
• Assist with project O&M’s.
• Answer telephones and greet walk ins; open and distribute mail; file and scan.

Skills

Computers & office equipment

Meticulous attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Proactive attitude

Positive demeanor

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

If you love hands‑on learning and are interested in a career that you can grow with, then let’s work together.

The Position:

We are currently hiring an Accounts Payable Specialist for our Cedar Falls location.

In this role, candidates must be able to build and maintain relationships with customers, vendors, and employees while maintaining a positive image of one’s self and the Company. Candidates must work closely with administrative and accounting staff and adapt to changing work environments, maximizing efforts toward productivity. Candidates must also be able to understand and apply information and data from various resources to meet appropriate objectives.

The Accounts Payable role will include, but is not limited to:

• Collect and reconcile invoices to packing lists and purchase orders, verify management approval is in place
• Communicate invoice discrepancies and collaborate on resolution
• Assist with reconciling vendor statements and resolving open items
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure timely approval and processing of invoices
• Provide excellent customer service to vendors and internal stakeholders regarding accounts payable inquiries
• Assist with monthly accounts payable closings
• Coordinate hotel accommodations for traveling employees
• Enter T&M workorders to accounting software and active projects list
• Assist with project O & M’s
• Answer telephones and greet walk ins; open and distribute mail; file and scan

Our Mission:

Providing connections between our communities through electrical installations.

Our Vision:

To supply solutions that support growth within our company and our communities and be recognized as a leading electrical contractor in Iowa.

About Us:

K&W Electric, Inc. is an employee-owned company whose focus is to provide electrical installations that reflect our company’s values of safety, professionalism, and quality. Our company is committed to proving itself through our integrity and customer service.

Why Should You Apply?

• Competitive Pay
• Medical Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Birthday Holiday
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401k with Company Match
• Company Sponsored Social Events

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday
• 8:00am-4:30pm

Requirements:

• General knowledge of computers and office equipment
• Must possess a meticulous approach to work, with the ability to identify and correct errors and discrepancies promptly.
• Capable of managing multiple tasks, setting priorities, and meeting deadlines effectively.
• Exhibit a proactive and self-motivated attitude towards work, consistently seeking opportunities to contribute and improve processes.
• Maintain a positive and enthusiastic demeanor, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Salary is based on qualifications: knowledge and previous experience. $18.00-$22.00/hour

K&W Electric, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer