Accounts Payable Specialist

Vogel Bros. Building Co.

Lakeland (FL)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401k Plan

Paid Vision Insurance

Paid Life Insurance

Paid Long and Short-Term Disability

Job summary

Vogel Bros. Building Co. is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist for its Lakeland, FL office.

This full-time, on-site role supports project teams with accounts payable and general accounting tasks. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential, with a preference for construction industry experience. Ideal candidates will have at least three years of accounting experience, a high school diploma or GED, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
Three or more years of accounting experience, preferably in construction industry.

Responsibilities

Follow and ensure proper execution of day-to-day accounting systems and procedures, whether computerized or manual.
Timely and accurately process vendor invoices and employee expense reports including: review, code and match receipts to invoices; investigate discrepancies; and enter data in accounting software.
Review monthly statements, research and resolve discrepancies, analyze job account status; prepare account adjustments; reconcile balances.
Generate reports for daily and monthly account reconciliations.
Gather and compile supporting details for computing invoices, tax and billings.
Respond to vendor inquiries and provide high level customer service.
Monitor the Accounts Payable email account; process incoming emails.
Track partial and final lien releases.
Provide back-up support to office staff as needed.
Complete special projects as assigned.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Professional demeanor

Education

High school diploma or GED

3+ years accounting experience

Construction industry experience (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

This position is On-site in Lakeland, FL. As an award-winning, multi-generational construction services company, Vogel Bros. Building Co. attributes its success and longevity to the values and beliefs that have been shared throughout the generations. We work with customers across the country, focusing on enhancing the lives of the people in the communities we serve. Our lean culture is embodied in our employees, always striving to embrace innovation and offer creative solutions in order to be the employer of choice as well as our customer’s champion.

Currently, we are seeking an individual to join Vogel Bros.’ Lakeland, FL office as a full-time Accounts Payable Specialist. The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for accounts payable and accounting support for the project teams. We believe in having a sustainable level of growth and resources, so when we bring on new people to our team, we do so conscientiously and with the goal of adding a team player who’s passionate about doing what it takes to grow and develop the company and the people around them.

Candidates with at least three or more years of accounting experience and strong administrative skills are encouraged to apply. An accounting role in the construction industry preferred but not required.

Responsibilities of the Accounting Specialist position include but are not limited to:

Follow and ensure proper execution of day-to-day accounting systems and procedures, whether computerized or manual.
Timely and accurately process vendor invoices and employee expense reports including: review, code and match receipts to invoices; investigate discrepancies; and enter data in accounting software.
Review monthly statements, research and resolve discrepancies, research and analyze job account status; prepare account adjustments to manual and computerized records; annotate records to explain and summarize adjustments; search account histories to locate imbalances and incorrect entries; cross reference adjustments to source documents and related files; prepare and reconcile balances of accounts.
Generate reports required for daily and monthly account reconciliations.
Gather and compile supporting details for computing invoices, tax and billings.
Respond to all vendor inquiries and provide high level customer service to address and resolve questions and issues, especially in regard to billing and payment status.
Monitor the Accounts Payable email account, responding to and processing incoming emails accordingly.
Track partial and final lien releases.
Maintain a neat and orderly work space.
As needed, provide back-up support to office administrative staff (such as but not limited to: answering phone calls, greeting visitors, etc.).
Complete special projects as assigned.

What do we offer?

At Vogel Bros., we offer a competitive salary and the following list of benefits:

Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Vision Insurance
Paid Life Insurance
Paid Long and Short-Term Disability Insurance
Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
401k Plan
Employee Assistance Program
State-of-the-art facility
On-Site Fitness Center
Vogel Bros. company apparel
We believe in having fun! Impromptu celebrations to major events, our strong culture of teamwork and collaboration allows our employees to balance their work through a variety of occasions.

Vogel Bros. Building Co. is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affinity Action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, or other any other discriminatory basis prohibited by state or federal law.

Requirements

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED
Three or more years of relevant work experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred, preferably in general accounting role in the construction industry.

Preferred Skills Include

Candidates must possess:
Possess and maintain valid driver’s license and reliable means of transportation.
Reliable attendance is imperative.
Strong computer and technology skills required, including proficient knowledge and use of Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate information one-on‑one and/or in small group situations to both internal and external customers.
Ability to work as a team player and take initiative to take on and complete tasks.
Demonstrate strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Professional appearance and manners for greeting guests, as well as professional telephone etiquette & friendly disposition for answering calls.

Work Environment