Title:  Accounts Payable Representative

Who We Are

Connecting People to Possibility 
 
As a publicly traded company (NYSE: CTRI) with $3 billion in revenue, Centuri leads the way in utility and energy infrastructure across North America. What sets us apart is our local agility, resources to scale, and comprehensive solutions for a dynamic energy market.
 
Whether in the field or providing essential behind the scenes support, Centuri offers professional growth opportunities where you can thrive and make a difference. Join a culture where safety, sustainability, and teamwork come first, with training and benefits that truly care for your well-being.

Our Accounts Payable Representative is responsible for full cycle accounts payable and other basic accounting and administrative functions.  This position is located in Phoenix, Arizona and follows a hybrid schedule, with three days onsite and two days working from home.

What You'll Do

•    Route invoices to the appropriate department or invoice approver for GL coding and approval.
•    Enter approved/coded AP and asset invoices into SAP.
•    Review invoice documentation for completeness; log routed invoice details for accrual and tracking purposes.
•    Research positive pay exceptions from the bank and determine appropriate action.
•    Reconcile vendor statements, identify process-related issues, and take appropriate action to resolve them.
•    Work closely with operational personnel to ensure accurate and timely submission of approved invoices and required supplier information.
•    Handle miscellaneous administrative tasks such as document scanning/uploading and check distribution/mailing.
•    Perform basic accounting functions, including generating reports and reconciling AP/payment activity.
•    Assist in compiling information for internal and external audit requests.
•    Research payment inquiries, process stop payments, void system transactions, and make adjusting or supplemental entries as needed. 
•    Efficiently monitor, process and forward communications from the shared AP email box. 
•    Initiate payment batches for both check runs and ACH payments
•    Provide timely responses to internal and external customer inquiries.
•    Promote Centuri’s Core Values, Leadership Principles, and culture.
•    Perform other duties as requested.

What You'll Have

•    High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
•    2-4 years of Accounts Payable and/or Bookkeeping experience is required.
•    Prior experience in general accounting functions, within the construction industry and SAP Hana are desired.
•    Strong organizational and interpersonal skills. 
•    Strong problem-solving skills are critical, either independently or through collaborative efforts with various personnel.
•    Self-starter/multi-tasker qualities a must.
•    Ability to accomplish assigned tasks within a deadline-oriented and sometimes fast-paced environment. 
•    Must be able to work a minimum of 40-hour work week, with additional overtime as needed.

What You'll Get

• Benefit Package including Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• 401K w/ Company Match
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance and Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Vacation/Sick Time and Paid Holidays 
• Career Development Opportunities 
• Employee Discounts 
• Weekly Payroll

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a typical indoor office environment
• Flexibility to work various schedules and stay late when necessary with little or no notice
• Must be able to read documents, use a computer, communicate verbally and in writing
• Mobility required within an office, warehouse and construction site environments
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds

Legal Stuff

• Pass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens
• Provide valid US work authorization documents for E-Verify
• Satisfactory results of pre-employment background check results

Our Commitment to Opportunity

This job description is subject to change at any time. It reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, and does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Centuri and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.  Centuri will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Centuri Group and our subsidiaries we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!