About Us:

We are a well-established company in the construction industry, and we are looking for an experienced Accounting Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR), with at least 3 years of relevant experience. This role offers competitive compensation and benefits, including Medical/Dental, 401K, and Paid Time Off (PTO).

Position Overview:

The Accounting Specialist will be responsible for a variety of accounting tasks, including handling Construction Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), Payroll (PR), and payroll related functions. This position requires a detail-oriented professional with excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Hours:

• Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Salary:

• $23.00 to $25.00 per hour depending on experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounts Receivable (AR): Manage and process AR for construction projects, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing.
• Accounts Payable (AP): Process and track vendor invoices, process credit card statements and ensure timely payments, and maintain accurate AP records.
• Payroll (PR): Payroll processing, entering and balancing time, tracking hours, verifying employee time sheets ensuring accurate payroll disbursements and processing weekly payroll taxes and deductions.
• New Hire Paperwork: Complete and process new hire documentation, W-4s, and other required employment forms.
• Employee Online Training: Support in the set up and management of employee online training programs, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards.
• Union Dues: Track and process union dues, ensuring accurate deductions and timely submissions to the appropriate organizations.
• Reporting: Prepare weekly and monthly reports for project managers and accounting manager.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), ideally within a construction-related industry.
• Strong understanding of Construction AR and AP processes.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with payroll processing and handling union dues.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Iowa sales and use tax
• Knowledge of relevant labor laws and regulations.
• Experience with Construction AIA billing forms

Benefits:

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Opportunities for growth and development within the company.

Interested candidates should submit their resume by clicking apply now.