Accounts Payable Specialist I

About the Role:

The Accounts Payable Specialist I will use organization and detail orientation skills to process vendor invoices and payments in a timely manner. The AP Specialist I is responsible for tracking of vendors and funds in the Company's accounting software system and utilizing Microsoft Excel. The specialist will assist with check-mailing process and provide additional general administrative support to the team as needed.

 

Company Overview

 

With roots dating to 1891 and 8,500+ employees, MYR Group Inc. (MYR Group) is a publicly traded holding company of specialty electrical construction companies. MYR Group subsidiaries work on large-scale electrical construction projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. We contribute to a clean energy future while fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive work environment. Our culture is built on shared values and mutual respect, where teamwork and collaboration occur naturally.

Throughout our rich history, we have partnered with utilities, municipalities, commercial clients, and developers to deliver some of the largest and most complex projects, including new construction, upgrades, maintenance and repair for transmission, distribution and substation facilities, commercial and industrial electrical construction, emergency and storm restoration, clean energy, pre-construction services, and engineer-procure-construct (EPC) methods of project delivery.

 

Essential Functions

• Review and sort incoming vendor invoices
• Verify invoice information and approvals and route for approval as necessary
• Review and process 2- and 3-way match vendor invoices in the AP workflow software within expected turn-around times
• Assist with check runs and ACH payments
• Review and take action on vendor statements
• Respond promptly and accurately to internal and external inquiries
• Follow established internal controls and procedures
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Other duties as assigned
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a Company-designated office or field location
• Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards

About You:

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of data entry, office administration, or accounting experience is required
• Certified Bookkeeper (CB) - optional
• Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification - optional

Preferred Education

• High school diploma or GED is required
• Related Associate's degree - optional

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Basic knowledge of accounts payable processes and procedures
• Basic knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Familiarity with ERP/accounting systems a plus
• Understanding of 2-way and 3-way matching
• Ability to process high-volume transactions accurately
• Strong data entry skills
• Ability to appropriately handle confidential and sensitive information
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

What We Offer:

Compensation & Benefits

 

Salary $36,214- $61,202

• • Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
• Comprehensive benefits package - Medical, Basic Vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, Hearing, Mental Health (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) - Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
• Dental – 100% employer-paid premium.
• ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
• Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).
• Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, and Annual profit-sharing potential.
• Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).
• Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
• Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).

• Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employees and dependents.

  
  This position will remain posted for a minimum of three days. The posting will remain active and automatically extend until the vacancy is filled.

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.

 

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

 

MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

 

MYR Group, Inc. 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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