Accounts Payable

We’re hiring an Accounts Payable Specialist to join County Materials Corporation in Marathon City, Wisconsin

Job Summary:The Accounts Payable Team is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Accounts Payable Specialist with a strong background in high volume construction A/P processes. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced accounting environment, solving problems, working with vendors and ensuring invoices and payments are processed accurately and on time. You'll work with multiple locations and business entities and gain exposure to a large, multi-company accounting operation.

Our Accounts Payable team is entering an exciting period of transformation. We are evaluating our processes, technology, and systems with the goal of creating a more automated, efficient, and scalable AP function. We're looking for someone who wants to be part of that journey.

In addition to the core responsibilities of accounts payable, you'll have the opportunity to help identify process improvements, eliminate unnecessary manual work, participate in automation initiatives, and help rethink how A/P supports our businesses. This isn't just an opportunity to fill an A/P seat. It's an opportunity to help shape what the function becomes.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Process vendor invoices and payments accurately and timely
Review invoices for proper approvals, coding and documentation
Code invoices to appropriate general ledger accounts, locations and entities
Reconcile vendor statements and research discrepancies
Work directly with vendors and internal teams to resolve invoice and payment questions
Set up and maintain vendors in the ERP system
Obtain and maintain vendor documentation, including W-9s
Assist with month-end AP accruals
Assist with use-tax tracking and reporting
Follow established accounting controls and approval procedures
Support other AP and accounting projects as needed

COUNTY Core Competencies: The expected behaviors of all COUNTY team members that align with Our Values and Our Commitments:

Integrity & Organizational Awareness
Customer First Focus
Planning & Results Orientation
Teamwork, Safety & Collaboration
Problem Solving & Decision Making
Creativity & Innovation

Job-Based Competencies:

Financial Technical Ability
Analytical & Strategic Skills
Technology & Systems
Financial Management
Professional Skills

Experience & Qualifications: (Required or Preferred)

Required:

Prior accounts payable, accounting or related experience
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to manage a high volume of transactions and competing priorities
Comfortable working with accounting systems and Microsoft Excel
Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred:

2+ years of accounts payable experience
Experience working in a multi-location or multi-entity organization
ERP experience
Manufacturing, construction or distribution industry experience
Associate degree in accounting, finance or business

Licenses/Certificates: None

Work Environment:

Work is performed in an Office environment.
No Travel required
Typical work hours/shifts: 8:00a-5:00p, 40 hours per week

Physical & Work Expectations:
An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, or handling materials/equipment.
Occasional climbing, kneeling, crawling, or lifting/moving up to 25 pounds.
Ability to concentrate, follow detailed instructions, communicate effectively, and safely perform job duties.
May require the operation of specific tools, equipment, or vehicles associated with the position.