Accounts Payable Specialist

APAC - Atlantic, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support financial operations in a dynamic environment. This full-time role involves ensuring compliance with financial reporting standards, managing data entry, and assisting with month-end closing tasks. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced setting, demonstrating strong analytical and organizational skills while maintaining a commitment to accuracy. Join a company that values growth and offers a supportive culture, where your contributions will play a crucial role in the success of the team.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental benefits

Disability benefits

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Opportunities for growth and development

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of financial processes and compliance regulations.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with audit support and ensure compliance with SOX requirements.
• Complete month-end tasks and reconcile vendor statement balances.
• Process invoices and conduct inventory analysis.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Data Entry

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2 years of experience in Accounting or Business Administration

Tools

MS Office (Excel)

ERP Systems

Job description

Job ID: 508822

Since 1947, Harrison Construction Company, a CRH company, has been the preferred source for ground-level site construction throughout eastern Tennessee and western North Carolina. Committed to quality, service and safety, our integrated products and services enable us to build and manage site development projects from concept through construction. In addition, by being a part of the CRH family, we are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that come together to form CRH. CRH is the number one asphalt producer and paver, the largest aggregates producer and the second largest ready-mix producer in North America. We are also the number four cement producer in North America and a leader in Canada. CRH operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with audit support, ensuring timely preparation and accuracy of relevant documentation.
• Ensure compliance with SOX requirements, company policies, and financial reporting standards (IFRS/GAAP).
• Complete month-end tasks adhering to strict deadlines.
• Perform Material Sales Data Entry and process Material and Hauler Payments accurately.
• Reconcile vendor statement balances, ensuring alignment with financial records.
• Act as the site cell phone administrator.
• Process one-off invoices with attention to detail and timeliness.
• Conduct inventory analysis to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Compile and sort invoices, substantiating business transactions.
• Verify and post details of business transactions in the ERP system.
• Compile data for management using spreadsheets and databases as needed.
• Prepare vouchers, invoices, account statements, reports, and other records for review with precision.
• Respond to inquiries from vendors and research/resolve outstanding issues effectively.
• Assist in monthly closings to support accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Distribute certain invoices for payment authorization, ensuring appropriate approvals.
• Maintain sales/use tax spreadsheets to support tax return preparation in a complete and timely manner.
• Retrieve accounting entries and documents as required by the Accounting Manager for account analysis.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job, assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed.

Key Attributes:

• Ability to communicate effectively with management, accounting staff, and field operations
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Professionalism, initiative, commitment, and objectivity
• Highly motivated and able to work proactively and independently in a changing environment
• Strong work ethic, integrity and positive attitude

Job Requirements:

• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Skilled and accurate in data entry, data research, and 10-key operation.
• Competence in calculating figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, and percentages.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interaction across all organizational levels.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply basic math skills effectively.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and communicate simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• General knowledge of computers, inventory management, and telephones.
• Capability to read and interpret documents such as new vendor forms, purchase orders, receiving documents, vendor statements and invoices, credit applications, and SOX documents.
• Strong follow-up skills, attention to detail, and organizational abilities.
• Physical ability to lift up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.
• Capability to sit and stand for extended periods.
• Minimum of a high school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Two (2) years of experience in Accounting, Business Administration, or bookkeeping (college or work setting).
• Experience with ERP systems and knowledge of basic accounting functions.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Strong understanding of financial processes, compliance regulations, and ERP systems.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work under strict deadlines.
• Proficiency in data entry, payment processing, and financial reporting tools.
• Analytical skills for inventory analysis, vendor statement reconciliations, and tax documentation.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills to collaborate with vendors and internal teams.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

This is a full time in office position, Monday through Friday.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Some overtime may be required.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Harrison Construction Company, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.