Accounts Payable Specialist

Position Summary: The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for, but not limited to efficiently performing a broad range of purchase - to pay process related tasks that involve vendor and subcontractor invoices, company credit cards, expense account charges and associated controls and payment processing to ensure financials are accurate and current and that vendors are being paid within established time limits.

Company Overview

Founded by Sam Saiia as Birmingham Excavating Co. in 1946, the company now known as Saiia Construction is an industrial heavy civil contractor of choice for the power generation, mineral and aggregate mining, and pulp and paper markets. With more than 630 pieces of construction machinery in our fleet, over 500 employees, and experience working in 11 states, we have the resources and knowledge to complete projects of any scale. As a MasTec Company, we are poised for continued growth and an exciting future!

MasTec's Clean Energy and Infrastructure Group (CE&I) is a $4 billion annual revenue business unit that provides construction services for industrial facilities; building products manufacturers, power generation facilities, manufacturing plants; solar, wind, and thermal energy plants; buildings, and infrastructure.

Receive and assess receiving reports and approved invoices to ensure accuracy of charges and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment.
• Prioritize invoices according to cash discount potential and payment terms.
• Apply and review the correct project and account coding to invoices and expense accounts - follow up with field staff as needed.
• Process check requests.
• Respond to all vendor inquiries and work with vendors to resolve past due invoices.
• Assist in month end closing.
• Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices.
• Prepare check requests or wire transfer requests in accordance with company procedures.
• Prepare weekly check-runs.
• AP Statement Reconciliation.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Thorough understanding of corporate and industry accounts payable practices, processes, standards, etc. and their impact on company activities.
• Proficiency with all necessary technological tools, including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint , and Outlook with the ability to use other software, as necessary.
• Experience with ERP systems. Vista Viewpoint preferred.
• Strong Data Entry skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Exceptional time management and planning skills.
• Analytical mindset and good problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to organize numerous streams of information.
• Ability to meet timelines, manage multiple projects, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering financial information.

EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent; and
• An Associate degree in accounting or certificate in business accounting preferred.
• 2-5 years prior business experience is preferred (accounts payable or general accounting).

What's in it for you:

Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

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