Accounts Payable - Purchasing Card

Accounts Payable Specialist, often referred to as AP Specialist, provides financial, administrative, and clerical services and ensures accuracy and efficiency of operations.

***This role is specifically seeking an individual who can excel in managing our company's Purchasing Cards (P-Cards) and expense reports. ***

About UCCO:

Underground Construction Co., Inc. has provided quality gas, power, airport fueling and telecom construction services for over 80 years. Since laying our first pipe in 1936, we have successfully completed thousands of government, commercial and private sector construction projects throughout the United States. Underground Construction Co., Inc. is one of the oldest and most respected contractors in the West. We continue to lead our industry in safety, quality, customer satisfaction and community service. Our complete and diverse range of construction services includes gas transmission and distribution, electrical transmission and distribution, airport fueling facilities, industrial and special projects, telecommunications, and utilities.

• Review and verify invoices and check requests, sort, code, and match invoices
• Set up invoices for payment, enter, and upload invoices into the accounting system
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions
• Prepare and perform check runs
• Review and account for company credit card transactions
• Monitor vendor accounts and vendor statements to ensure payments are up to date
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues
• Correspond with vendors and respond to inquiries
• Prepare invoice accruals monthly and assist with month-end closing
• Provide supporting documentation for audits
• Maintain vendor files
• Other related duties and projects as assigned

• Associate degree in Accounting or Business Administration, or 3-4 years of relevant experience
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, fair credit practices, and collection regulations

• Proven ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures and financial records
• Data entry skills along with a knack for numbers

• Protect the organization's value by keeping information confidential

• Hands-on experience in operating spreadsheets and accounting software (JDE or other full-scale ER software)
• Customer service orientation and negotiation skills
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work extended hours when necessary for business needs
• Experience working in construction is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment

Physical Requirements

• Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met. Long periods of using a computer.

Pay- $  24     - $   35     /Hourly *Depending on Experience  

Benefits include-- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K

Our projects are regulated by federal and state laws which require all employees to successfully pass criminal background checks, MVR, and drug tests (post-employment and random testing).  The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time. This job description is subject to change at any time.

Our Company is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. 

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