AP Clerk (Dallas, TX) - Austin Industries

Austinindl; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to join their dynamic team in Dallas. This role involves processing invoices, managing payments, and ensuring accuracy in financial transactions. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a keen eye for detail, ensuring timely execution of payments while providing exceptional customer service. Join a 100% employee-owned company that values its workforce and offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and retirement plans. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a supportive and fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401K Plan

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable or related field.
• Strong expertise in invoice statement reconciliation.

Responsibilities

• Process 3rd party invoices and make payments according to contract terms.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve inquiries.

Skills

Invoice Processing

Problem-solving

Analytical Skills

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

2+ Years of College

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Austin Industries is one of the nation’s largest, most diversified U.S.-based construction companies. With more than 7,000 employee-owners, Austin Industries provides nearly every type of civil, commercial and industrial construction services through the expertise of our operating companies: Austin Bridge & Road, Austin Commercial and Austin Industrial.

Austin Industries has an outstanding opportunity for an AP Clerk at our corporate headquarters in Dallas, Texas. The Accounts Payable Clerk processes 3rd party invoices and makes payments according to contract terms and company policy with excellent customer service.

Responsibilities:

• Distribute invoices to job sites or overhead departments as appropriate
• Codes and enters approved vendor/supplier invoices into the accounting system
• Reviews and confirms vendor information and invoice detail with respective purchase orders, contracts, or other agreements; and posts verified AP batches
• Reconciles vendor statements on a regular basis
• Schedule and process payments according to contract terms and company policy, including electronic payments, wires, and manual checks
• Prepares checks or cash requirement reports for signatures
• Supports the AP teams, other departments and operations with ad hoc projects to ensure process efficiency
• Resolves vendor/supplier inquiries in a timely manner
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required; associate’s degree and/or 2+ years of college preferred
• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable or related field
• Extensive experience in invoice processing, ensuring accuracy and timely execution
• Strong expertise in invoice statement reconciliation, with a focus on identifying and resolving discrepancies
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Dependable and capable of working efficiently and independently in a professional setting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional customer service skills, with a strong focus on building and maintaining positive relationships internally and externally
• Have strong attention to detail and accuracy while managing multiple priorities under stress
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment and meet deadlines

Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED or higher
• Familiarity with accounting cycles and accounts payable processes
• Moderate in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. Austin Industries is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

Benefits & Compensation:

We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan. We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)! To learn more about our employee-ownership structure, please go to our website.

Austin Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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