Accounting Specialist

The Accounting Specialist's prime responsibility is to process and pay Trades and/or Consultant invoices, process and manage certified payroll reporting and process weekly payroll. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with a background in accounting-a team player who is accountable, reliable, and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Manage AP email.
• Enter Trades and Consultant invoices into Microsoft SL Dynamics
• Review invoices for missing project information (Consultants).
• Review and process vendor auto-pay ACH's and post payments into the system.
• Request approvals for all invoices from managers/project managers.
• Issue payments during weekly check run for both Trades and Consultants
• Sort invoices and check copies in the AP vendor files.
• Resolve issues relating to AP such as invoice errors, over-charges, and vendor issues.

Miscellaneous

• Reconcile petty cash accounts.
• Manage collection of weekly PDF timecards.
• Manage DOL Federal Apprentice certificates and DIR State Apprentice certificates.
• Assist the Accounting Manager with audits, tasks, and other projects as needed.

Education/Experience

• High School diploma.
• General knowledge of computers, Microsoft office, Adobe, Internet, etc.
• Organized, punctual and reliable.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time at a desk and work on a computer.
• Ability to occasionally stand, walk, reach, bend, or lift objects up to 15 pounds (e.g., files, office supplies).
• Manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment, including computers, phones, printers, and scanners.
• Visual ability to read documents, spreadsheets, and computer screens.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in person, over the phone, and via digital platforms.
• Ability to occasionally travel to other offices (e.g., internal meetings or trainings).

Why Kier + Wright?

• Great culture - Team Collaboration, Innovative problem solving, Responsive to clients, Passionate about work
• Medical, Dental and Vision 100% paid for by Kier & Wright for you + family
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays
• PTO package
• Free office snacks
• Much more!