ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK

Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. Please consider joining our growing team today!

At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it's our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

This position is responsible for multiple accounting functions, focusing on Accounts Payable and some general account reconciliations. Ensures deadlines are met and accounting processes are handled in a timely manner. Also supports team by performing various and changing accounting duties as needed. Must be willing to learn all aspects of the job (in detail) and support the team in a variety of circumstances.

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES (summary of components that make up the job)

1. Creates purchase orders for employees and managers in the field
2. Sorts through incoming invoices through email/mail and intercompany
3. Reviews invoices to verify costs and coding match established purchase order
4. Processes invoices against established purchase order and receives costs
5. Uploads invoices into web-based document routing and storage system (Tungsten) and sends to appropriate approvers
6. Vouchers approved invoices in Tungsten to JDE for vendor payments
7. Balances voucher batches to Tungsten and signs off per SOX process
8. Reviews weekly payment reports to identify any errors before paying invoices
9. Fixes any invoice or approval errors on invoices before paying
10. Reviews statements and contacts vendor for any missing invoices
11. Handles vendor calls for payment status
12. Reviews RNV at month-end to identify issues and fix if needed.
13. Analyze Weekly RNV Reconciliation
14. Periodically cleans up older open purchase orders
15. Assists with special projects
16. Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (minimum educational, experience, or other relevant job requirements)

1. High School Graduate or GED; some college level course work a plus
2. 1-3 years accounts payable experience
3. Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail
4. Strong mathematical, spelling and grammar skills
5. Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills
6. Microsoft Office Suite, 10 key by touch and JDE experience preferred
7. Must be reliable and dependable during crucial accounting periods
8. Must maintain confidentiality of financial data
9. Must be adaptable and able to multitask, triage priorities in periods of peak volume
10. May require overtime from time to time to meet month-end close deadlines

NOTICE:

Because of the nature of work at Knife River, the person in this position may be expected to work any shift and at various locations based on company needs and the duties of the position may change at any time and may not be identified in this job description. The content of the job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as a contract or an all inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills and abilities required of all personnel so classified.

VETERANS:

At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferrable to our Accounts Payable Clerk. Veteran are encouraged to apply.

BENEFITS:

1. Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
2. Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
3. 401(k) with Company Match
4. Profit Sharing
5. Paid Time Off
6. Paid Sick Time
7. 8 Paid Holidays
8. Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
9. Short-term Disability
10. Employee Assistance Program
11. Years of Service Recognition
12. Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
13. Critical Illness Plan
14. Accident Coverage Plan
15. Hospital Indemnity

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal laws.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

If unable to apply online, mail completed application to Knife River Corporation South, PO Box 674, Bryan, TX 77806.

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