Senior Accounts Payable Accounting Specialist - Construction Job at Techpro Powe

Senior Accounts Payable Accounting Specialist - Construction

Company: TechPro Power Group

Location: Crofton, MD

About Us: TechPro Power Group is a leading consortium of companies offering comprehensive electrical, instrumentation & control testing, start-up & commissioning services, and electrical test equipment rental, sales, calibration, and repair. Through our subsidiaries, including Potomac Testing, Sentinel Power Services, Technical Diagnostic Services, LLC (TDS) and TDS Rental and Leasing (Equipment), we serve a diverse range of industrial end markets, including power, oil & gas, and process industries. Committed to excellence and innovation, TechPro empowers clients to achieve operational excellence.

Find out more about us: https://www.techpropowergroup.com/

About the position:

As the Senior Accounts Payable Accounting Specialist at TechPro Power Group, you'll immerse yourself in a dynamic and innovative environment, aligning with our mission to provide unparalleled services across various industries.

If you seek a challenging and rewarding role where you can apply your expertise and foster professional growth, we encourage you to apply. This is an exciting and dynamic environment. Teamwork, the adoption of technology and automation are encouraged. Ideas are welcome and learning is supported. Schedules are flexible and currently, this is a hybrid position with only 3-4 days in the office.

Compensation: 60k-75k

Position Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accounting Specialist with a strong background in accounts payable to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a solid accounting foundation, experience handling intercompany transactions, journal entries and allocation entries. This role is critical in ensuring the financial health and accuracy of our operations.

The Senior Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for streamlining and maintaining accounts payable processes to ensure the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices and the maintenance of effective vendor relationships. This role will participate in and contribute to the implementation of best practices including automation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Invoice Entry: Oversee the accounts payable process, ensuring all invoices are accurately recorded and paid on time.
• Payment Processing: Prepare and execute payment runs, including checks, ACH, wires, vendor portals and electronic transfers, while ensuring compliance with financial controls.
• Journal Entries: Prepare and record journal entries, maintaining the integrity of financial data. Prepare upload files.
• Allocation Entries: Handle allocation entries to distribute expenses appropriately across departments.
• Reconciliation: Perform regular account reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Month-End Close: Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including preparing financial reports.
• Vendor Management: Maintain accurate vendor records, respond to vendor inquiries, and build strong vendor relationships.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in accounts payable operations.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including finance, sales, and customer service, to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.

Necessary Skills and Attributes:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is advantageous; however, a minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience is required.
• Strong background in AP and general accounting principles.
• Experience with intercompany transactions, journal entries and allocation entries.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• NetSuite ERP experience preferred.
• Use of Concur Expense preferred.
• Construction Industry experience is a plus.