McGough is a respected partner that brings six generations of experience to high profile, unique and complex construction projects.  We take great pride in our people and their extraordinary expertise in planning, development, construction and facility management.  McGough employee tenure reflects the commitment and pride we share in our work.  Ask anyone who knows us - the caliber of our people sets us apart.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST

The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for a range of general accounting tasks, but will primarily be responsible for all accounting work, including processing accounts payable and expense reporting. 

Job Qualifications:

Required:

• 2+ years of Accounts Payable experience.
• 2+ years of knowledge of multiple-state sales tax requirements.
• Previous proven experience in collaborating with Project Accounting/Finance and Project Management.

Preferred:

• 2+years of experience in Excel
• Associate’s degree in accounting or business
• Construction Industry Experience
• AIA Document experience / knowledge
• Textura experience

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and mentoring skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities
• Strong attention to details, high level of accuracy, problem-solving skills, documentation skills, research, ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities and resolution skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications
• Ability to function as an integral team member, working under time constraints and meeting deadlines in a changing environment
• Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision
• Embodies personal integrity and keeps confidence
• View every interaction as an opportunity to add value and enhance relationships

 CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Invoice Processing & Verification: review, verify, and accurately process vendor invoices, employee reimbursement and credit memos. Resolve discrepancies or missing documentation by communicating with vendors or internal departments.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal partners to resolve payment or billing issues.
• Participate as an active member of the Accounts Payable Team. Contribute to shared project accounting goals and collaborate with accounting team on the achievement of priorities. Collaborate with internal teams, contractors and other stakeholders to align efforts. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:

Organizational

• Integrity: Exemplifies our company values. Build and inspire trust through uncompromising ethical behavior, openness and honesty. Models Ethical Decisions; trusted independently.
• Customer Focus: Anticipates needs, suggests improvement, and delivers customer satisfaction. Builds positive internal and external relationships through responsive communication and reliable support.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset: Able to identify opportunities and recommend solutions in line with metrics and identifies process efficiencies and embraces system enhancements.
• Demonstrates Energy: Enthusiastic; eager to learns and thrives in a changing environment
• Results Oriented: Balances quality and speed; independent delivery of responsibilities and results.
• Respects Relationships: Collaborates across teams; communicates constructively.

Technical Position

• Invoice & Payment Processing: Accurately manages high volumes of invoices, ensuring timely and correct payments.
• Accounting Fundamentals: Applies sound accounting principles for coding, posting, and reconciliation.
• Compliance & Internal Controls: Adheres to company policies, audit standards, and data security requirements.

 MEASUREMENTS OF SUCCESS:

• Invoice Accuracy: ≥ 98% of invoices processed without error.
• Processing Timeliness: Invoices entered within 2–3 business days of receipt.
• Exception Resolution: Invoice issues resolved within 5 business days.
• Vendor Responsiveness: ≥ 90% of inquiries resolved within two business days.

 BEHAVIORS OF SUCCESS:

• Attention to Detail: Maintains accuracy under high volume; identifies discrepancies proactively.
• Accountability: Owns outcomes, meets deadlines, and communicates progress clearly.
• Collaboration: Works effectively across departments and builds trust with vendors and teammates.
• Problem Solving: Anticipates and resolves issues efficiently; contributes to process improvements.
• Adaptability: Responds positively to change and leverages new systems or procedures effectively.
• Customer Service Mindset: Provides prompt, professional, and courteous support to internal and external partners.
• Integrity: Protects financial data, adheres to policies, and models ethical behavior.

OFFICE AND TRAVEL:

• Works in the corporate office. Occasionally, employees will be able to visit construction jobsites, which may expose the employee to dirt, dust, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions, and extreme temperatures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical requirements listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position involves sitting for extended periods of time at the employee’s workstation and during meetings as well as while traveling, either by plane or car. Employees need to be able to lift 20 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects; dexterity to write and manipulate a computer keyboard and mouse; ability to hear and speak clearly; and ability to distinguish between colors on graphs and charts.

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In alignment with our commitment to pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is $27.66-34.94/hr, excluding fringe benefits or potential bonuses. If you join McGough, your final base salary will be determined by several factors, including geography, location, skills, education, and experience. Furthermore, we place significant value on pay equity among our current team members as part of any final job offer.

Please note that the range provided above reflects the hiring range for this role. Hiring near the top end of this range would be atypical, as we aim to allow room for future salary growth. Additionally, McGough offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. This includes insurance coverage for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. We also provide generous retirement plans, voluntary benefit plans, parental leave, substantial paid time off, and holiday pay.

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