Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

RPM Development is a dynamic place to work – staff are asked to be professional, collaborative, and think critically while working towards a shared mission of providing safe, clean, affordable housing to people and families across the State of New Jersey. RPM supports their staff with competitive compensation and excellent benefits including paid holidays (10 days/year) and time-off (starting at 15 days/year), 401k program with company match, health care including dental and vision coverage, summer hours from Memorial to Labor Day, ongoing training opportunities, company paid life insurance policy, and a wellness program. RPM Development is an equal opportunity employer who values diversity in all forms – we welcome your application to join our team.

RPM Development offers unparalleled benefits for all staff including:

• Competitive Pay based on experience
• 10 paid holidays, 15 days paid time off in the first year that increase based on years of service
• 401k match dollar-for-dollar for up to 6% of your salary and potential profit sharing
• Health Insurance with 90%+ of premiums paid by RPM
• Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance paid 100% by RPM
• Opportunities for Internal Advancement

Under the direction of the Vice President of Construction Accounting, the Accounts Payable Clerk will perform accounting and clerical tasks related to the efficient maintenance and processing of accounts payable transactions.

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Filing of all construction/development back-up on a timely basis using the ShareFile paperless system.
• Verifying AIA payment packages, invoices, credit card payments, check requests and employee expense reports for correct math, current insurance certificates, Hold Harmless Agreements, signed purchase orders, final releases and required approvals within 2-3 days of receipt.
• Cutting, processing, and distributing checks.
• Reviewing a construction variance report monthly.
• Maintaining the Accounts Payable cash spreadsheet for the weekly check run.
• Coordinating online bill payment system. Set-up new accounts. Enter information and pay individual accounts.
• Researching Accounts Payable inquiries from vendors and RPM employees.
• Assisting the Construction Bookkeeper with preparing 1099-NEC Forms.
• Preparing development soft cost packages.
• Providing external accountants with supporting documentation as requested
• Faxing/e-mailing Accounts Payable reminders to delinquent vendors
• Taking deposits to the bank and obtaining certified checks upon request.
• Working beyond the narrow and specific job responsibilities to advance the goals of the company.

Required Education and Experience:

• Associate’s Degree in Accounting or Business
• 2-3 years Accounts Payable experience, construction industry experience a plus
• Understanding of bookkeeping practices and procedures.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Knowledge of spreadsheets and accounting software.

Working Conditions:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Some bending down and/or stretching to reach vendor files in drawers.

EOE

At RPM Development Group, our goal is to create high-quality affordable housing. Throughout our history this has meant developing residential communities that are affordable and serve as environments for residents and their families to thrive. Our company takes great pride in creating housing that is attractively designed, skillfully built, and well-managed. Sustainable building is one of the core values that guides our work. When affordable housing is done well, we believe that it can serve as a transformational resource for residents and a source of beauty and vibrancy for surrounding communities.

Company Description

At RPM Development Group, our goal is to create high-quality affordable housing. Throughout our history this has meant developing residential communities that are affordable and serve as environments for residents and their families to thrive. Our company takes great pride in creating housing that is attractively designed, skillfully built, and well-managed. Sustainable building is one of the core values that guides our work. When affordable housing is done well, we believe that it can serve as a transformational resource for residents and a source of beauty and vibrancy for surrounding communities.