Sr AP Team Member (Architecture)

Position Title: Sr AP Team Member (S2) 

 

Company Summary

Crown Castle is the nation's largest provider of shared communications infrastructure. It all works together to meet unprecedented demand—connecting people and communities and transforming the way we do business. Whenever you make a call, track a workout or stream music and videos, we're the ones providing the communications infrastructure that makes it all possible. From 5G and the internet of things to drones, autonomous vehicles and AR/VR, we enable the technologies that help people stay safe, connected and ready for the future.   Crown Castle is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (CCI), is part of the S&P 500 and is one of the largest Real Estate Investment Trusts in the US.       

We offer a total benefits package and professional growth development for teammates in any stage of their career. Along with caring for our teammates, we're an active member in the communities where we live, work and do business. We have a responsibility to give back, which we do through our Connected by Good program. Giving back allows us to improve public spaces where people connect, promote public safety and advance access to education and technology. 

 Role 

This position involves acting as the escalation point for issues and inquires for Accounts Payable (“AP”) team members who are responsible for processing a high volume of AP transaction. This team member will also assist with processing of such transactions during periods of increased volume.

 Responsibilities

• Perform quality control assessments and ensure vendor and landowner check requests and invoices are approved in accordance with the Commitment Authority Polic.
• Process various vouchers by matching purchase order, coding and uploading utility bills, and entering no – PO check requests and invoices into the ERP systems.
• Process employee expense report and verify adherence to Expense Reimbursement policy while ensuring timely reimbursement
• Act as the escalation point in resolving issues and inquiries identified in the processing of the above tasks by AP team members. Prioritize and resolve inquiries, and discrepancies based on the time sensitivity parting with vendors and internal business partners.
• Issue daily and weekly disbursements including cutting checks, preparing ACH file, creating cashier's checks and setup up EFT payment through bank websites.
• Continually analyze processes for efficiencies and provide recommendations to improve the AP Workflow.
• Assist the AP supervisor with various tasks as assigned.
• Train all new AP Team members on processes and policies
• Assist in the education of the internal and external on Crown Castle's AP processes
• Create ad-hoc reporting for interna and external customers
• Understand and adhere to the company's control environment to ensure compliance with SOX
• Assist in documentation and development of department processes and desktop procedures. Develop and deliver pertinent training materials to internal and external business partners.
• Holds self-accountable for customer service provided to internal and external business partners.
• Mentor and support other AP team members.

 

 Expectations  

• Understands AP processes as well as basic financial statement fundamentals, ledgers, and journal entries.
• Working knowledge of JD Edwards or other similar accounting software
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Outlook
• Ability to work well in a team and collaborate with internal and external business partners
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize, organize and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Ability and desire to collaborate cross functionally

 

Education/Certifications  

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Associates Degree preferred or equivalent experience in Accounting, Finance or related discipline preferred

Experience/Minimum Requirements   

• Four (4) years of related general accounting experience
• Advance problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft office
• Ability to work well on a team and collaborate with interna and external partners
• Working knowledge of accounts payable processes

Organizational Relationship  

Reports to: Accounts Payable Supervisor 

Working Conditions: This role falls into our hybrid work model working in the office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.  On Mondays and Fridays, teammates on the hybrid schedule will have the option to work from the office or home.  There is an expectation of collaboration with teammates and stakeholders for moments that matter that could require travel. 

 

Compensation

The pay range offered for this position is $20.00-$27.50per hour. A candidate's offer is determined by various factors including but not limited to, depth of experience, role-related knowledge and skills, relevant education or training, internal alignment, and work location. Depending on the position offered, the compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of a discretionary annual cash bonus or commissions, and equity incentives. Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan. Employees will also receive a minimum of 18 days of paid time off each year and 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.

If you are interested in joining our team, please visit the Crown Castle careers site (crowncastle.com/careers) to apply. We do not accept resumes from agencies, headhunters, or other third-party suppliers who have not signed a formal agreement with us. This position will remain posted until filled.

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