Accounts Payable Specialist

Join the Leading Foundation Repair Company in Nashville

Job Summary

The Accounts Payable Specialist will provide support to the accounting department, while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local guidelines and regulations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Essential Skills/Abilities

• Active Learning Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively, keeping both customers and employees updated.
• Writing Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience, including various levels of management and all personnel. 
• Production and Processing Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Complex Problem Solving Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. 
• Time Management Prioritizing and meeting deadlines, including all short- lead times.

Job Responsibilities

• Receive and distribute incoming accounts payable invoices and related  documents for approval
• Assist in the accounts payable process by communicating with vendors and subcontracts to ensure timely payments are made
• Prepare and process invoices in online system accurately and timely
• Review and verify Vendor Statements as needed
• Management of pending approved accounts payable
• Prepare and process weekly vendor payments
• Establish new vendors in accordance with company policies
• Manage deposits made on required purchase orders
• Maintain 1099 vendor files for accuracy and up to date W9’s for tax reporting
• Management and reconciliation of multiple credit card and corporate charge accounts
• Work closely with other departments within the company to validate purchases and resolve any discrepancies
• Assist in streamlining the accounts payable process by identifying areas for 
  improvement 
• Supports other members of the accounting team as needed
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management

Work Environment

• Job tasks are performed in close physical proximity to other people in an office setting
• Requires work with others in a team to accomplish work activities

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma
• 0-2 years of accounts payable or accounting experience
• Experience in Sage 100 or Intacct is a plus
• Salesforce experience is a plus
• Acute attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Reliable Transportation

Compensation

• Pay ranges from $17 to $19 per hour depending on experience.

Physical Requirements

• Pass a pre-employment drug screen. 
• Sitting for long periods of time

If you are interested and meet the job qualifications above, please complete the USS job application online. You can also complete an application and submit it via email to careers@usstn.com or you may drop off at our office at 2111 Boat Factory Road, Pleasant View, TN. If you have any questions concerning this posting, you may call our office at 615-227-2275 and speak with our Human Resources Department.

United Structural Systems, LLC (USS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. USS does not and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, or status as a disabled veteran.