Accounts Payable Specialist (Knight Const. & Supply)

Growing continually since 1968, Knight Const. & Supply, Inc. (KCS) is a General Contractor (WA license #KNIGHCS2810N) focused on large heavy construction projects and industrial plant facility maintenance.

As a family-owned company and former U.S. Army Corps of Engineers National Civil Works Contractor of the Year Award winner, we enjoy close ties with Eastern Washington/Idaho communities around our Deer Park, WA headquarters. For over 50 years, we have been lauded by public agencies, commercial clients, and federal officials for our work in building and updating hydraulic steel and concrete properties as well as their associated actuators. These projects control the water flow, fish passage, and barge traffic via dams on systems including the Columbia and Snake Rivers as well as other waterways in Oregon, Washington, Alaska, Idaho, Montana, and the Dakotas.

With an uninterrupted reputation for quality, stable work environment, and long-term employees while providing training and opportunities as the company has grown, KCS seeks additional motivated people to carry on this tradition of excellence in the field and close-knit support within the community. KCS maintains office, manufacturing, and fabrication facilities onsite featuring millwrights, electricians, heavy equipment and crane operators, as well as general laborers and administrative personnel. We want you to become a part of our team tackling some of the toughest hydroelectric and heavy industrial projects while enjoying the less hectic atmosphere of the region to enjoy family and friends in one of the most beautiful and unspoiled parts of the U.S.

Accounts Payable Specialist

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for the coordination of accounts payable at the direction of the Controller. This includes but is not limited to data entry, handling supplier and subcontractor inquiries, purchase order and subcontract matching, and invoice processing and general vendor maintenance. All tasks are performed with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

These duties are those typically performed in this position. Employee may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties.

• Record and process all incoming Accounts Payable (AP) invoices for payment within established payment terms. Process and enter all incoming invoices into Sage 100 Contractor (Sage) after proper approval.
• Scanning of paperwork and maintaining digital filing folders. Matching check stubs/ACH receipt with invoices and packing slips and/or other documentation for digital filing.
• Credit application processing for new vendors along with collecting W-9 forms and any other documentation needed.
• Monitor and manage accounts payable email inbox.
• Conduct vendor check run (weekly).
• Purchase order (PO) and subcontract entry.
• Invoice import into Microsoft Access along with saving invoice images for billings (weekly).
• Credit card processing in Emburse and entry into Sage (weekly).
• Prepare and process check runs and ACH payments and uploading Positive Pay files to the bank (weekly).
• Reconciling vendor statements to resolve any discrepancies or outstanding balances. Conduct research regarding vendor invoices and PO receipt discrepancies (monthly).
• Assist with customer billings (as needed).
• 1099 reporting and property tax payment processing (yearly).
• Journal entries of manufacturing work orders (as needed).
• Compile and present account analysis reports to Controller (as needed).
• Assist with month-end and year-end procedures (as needed).
• Provide accounting and administrative support (as needed).
• Work within and promote corporate vision, mission, and values of the organization.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND EDUCATION

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or learned within a short period of time to successfully perform the assigned duties.

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in an accounting environment.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Working knowledge of GAAP (generally accepted accounting principles) is beneficial.
• Knowledge of GL (general ledger) and experience with job costing is beneficial.
• Proficient using MS Office; experience with Sage 100 Contractor is a plus.
• Proficient in ten-key and keyboard skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently with little to no supervision.
• Ability to multi-task while processing a high volume of transactions.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Must be able to meet all safety requirements for applicable safety policies.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The statements below are intended to describe the physical nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.

• Ability to sit/stand for 8+ hours. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional walking, pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, crouching/squatting up to 4+ hours per day.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 10 lbs. constantly (67-100% of time); up to 25 lbs. frequently (34-66% of time).
• Ability to communicate (read, write, speak) constantly (67-100% of time).
• See with or without correction; hear with or without correction.

JOB AND COMPANY BENEFITS

• Top of market hourly rate DOE+.
• Employer paid benefit package (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance).
• Voluntary health plans (Flexible Spending Account, Long-term Disability and Life Insurance).
• 401(k) with Employer match.
• Vacation, holidays and sick leave.
• Stable, family owned and operated business that focuses on the value of our employees.

Knight Const. & Supply, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 509.276.2229 or accommodations@knightconst.com.