Accounts Payable Specialist

About Us

Potelco, Inc., a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), was founded in 1965. We specialize in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, which include designing, estimating, material acquisition, project management, construction, emergency power restoration, system maintenance, and similar services. Our expertise is in power, transmission, distribution, and substation projects. We are a leading full-service provider of power infrastructure, construction, and support services in utility and energy contracting throughout the Pacific Northwest and neighboring states.

We are proud to be working with some of the region’s largest energy companies as we continue to modernize their electric systems, move towards de-carbonization, and maintain thousands of miles of overhead and underground lines serving millions of residential and commercial customers. We uphold high safety, productivity, and reliability standards as we work with our customers to provide both current and strategic, forward-thinking energy infrastructure, delivery, and solutions.

About This Role Accounts Payable Specialist

If you enjoy working with a great group of professionals, are accurate, like a fast pace, and enjoy number processing, then we have a role for you! Potelco seeks an Accounts Payable Specialist to join the team at our company headquarters in Sumner, WA.

What You'll Do Vendor Setup & Compliance

- Enter new vendors into the accounts payable system and obtain W-9 forms prior to payment.

- Establish appropriate tax classifications using W-9 information.

Invoice Processing

- Obtain and reconcile all supporting documentation for invoices and secure necessary authorizations.

- Enter invoices into the correct accounting periods.

- Review general ledger accounts for accuracy and reasonableness.

- Ensure sales tax and use tax are applied and paid correctly.

- Enter invoices and credits into the accounts payable system.

Reconciliation & Recordkeeping

- Maintain current and organized AP files.

- Reconcile vendor statements, credit card statements, and employee reimbursements.

- Research and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.

Collaboration & Communication

- Work cooperatively and proactively with vendors and internal partners to manage inquiries and resolve discrepancies.

- Communicate effectively in a team environment or work independently to achieve AP team goals.

- Other duties and tasks, as assigned

What You'll Bring

Minimum Qualifications:

- High school diploma or equivalent.

- Demonstrated accounting experience, including high volume accounts payable.

- Knowledge of basic accounting principles to process and pay vendors timely and accurately.

- Excellent organization, research, and reconciliation skills.

- Proficient in Excel, data management, formatting, and formulas.

- Experienced with AP software data entry.

- Excellent 10 key and alpha numeric keying speeds.

Preferred Qualifications

- AA in accounting or 3 years in an AP accounting role.

- Job cost-based AP & accounting software experience.

- Experience with Oracle/JDE accounting software.

- Experience with Concur and PNC.

- Familiar with processing company credit cards and employee reimbursements

Benefits

What You'll Get

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Flexible spending account

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

- Eligible for a discretionary bonus

Compensation Range

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $25.00/Hr. - USD $28.00/Hr. depending on experience and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.