Accounts Payable Specialist

Location: MIAMI, Florida; KANSAS CITY, Kansas; IOWA CENTER, Iowa

Accounting/Finance

Remote

67368

Overview

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for but not limited to, efficiently performing a broad range of purchase–to–pay process–related tasks that involve vendor and subcontractor invoices, company credit cards, expense account charges, and associated controls and payment processing to ensure financials are accurate and current and that vendors are being paid within established time limits.

Company Overview

Founded in 1979, Lemartec is a national general contractor and construction management firm and is part of the General Building group within MasTec’s Clean Energy and Infrastructure segment.

As MasTec’s vertical construction arm, Lemartec delivers complex projects across industrial, aviation, power, and large commercial markets. Led at the segment level by Manny García-Tuñón, the General Building Operating Group represents MasTec’s vertical construction capabilities and serves as the platform for future growth in this space.  As a MasTec company, Lemartec maintains international capabilities and strategic partnerships throughout the Americas and the Caribbean, enabling the execution of some of the most complex projects in the industries we serve. Through MasTec’s network of more than 22,000 professionals and subject matter experts in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction across over 400 locations throughout North America and the Caribbean, Lemartec is uniquely positioned to serve a diversified customer base. With experience across all 16 disciplines of construction, Lemartec combines deep technical expertise with the strength, scale, and financial backing of MasTec to successfully deliver projects of any size and complexity.

MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables, and infrastructure sectors. In infrastructure, we specialize in general heavy civil construction, underground utilities, structures, electrical work, material production, roadways, bridges, specialty pavement overlays, environmental projects, and commercial buildings. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do. 

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor). 

Responsibilities

Receive and assess receiving reports and approved invoices to ensure accuracy of charges and compliance with contractual obligations.
Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment.
Prioritize invoices according to cash discount potential and payment terms.
Apply and review the correct project and account coding to invoices and expense accounts – follow up with field staff as needed.
Process check requests.
Respond to all vendor inquiries and work with vendors to resolve past-due invoices.
Assist in month-end closing.
Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices.
Prepare check requests or wire transfer requests in accordance with company procedures.
Prepare weekly check runs.
AP Statement Reconciliation.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent,

An Associate degree in accounting or a certificate in business accounting is preferred.

5+ years prior business experience is preferred (accounts payable or general accounting).

Experience in the Construction industry

Thorough understanding of corporate and industry accounts payable practices, processes, standards, etc., and the impact on company activities.

Strong Data Entry skills

Competency in Microsoft applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Organizational, verbal and written communication skills a must.

Attention to detail and ability to multi-task.

Exceptional time management and planning skills.

Ability to organize numerous streams of information.

Ability to meet timelines, manage multiple projects, and work in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering financial information

What's in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

Compensation 50 - 55 /Annually, commensurate with experience
Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount
Discounted National Gym Membership Network
Family & Lifestyle

Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
Military Leave, including Benefits Continuation
Employee Assistance Program
Planning for the Unexpected
Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage
Emergency Travel Assistance Program
Group legal plan
Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include a background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information. 

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal, and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure 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.

#LI-LV1

#RE-REMOTE