Description We are offering a role for a Purchasing Agent in Jacksonville, Florida. This role involves assisting Project Managers with job-related paperwork in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be expected to handle documentation for new projects, maintain logs for various tasks, and assist in daily phone/reception desk duties. This role offers a short-term contract employment opportunity.Responsibilities: Assist Project Managers with job-related paperwork as needed Maintain Purchase Order filing system and match all incoming invoices to appropriate Job & Purchase order Verify each item on invoice and price is listed on Purchase Order Handle problems with vendor invoices/statements to keep accounts clear and timely Maintain logs for Owner Change Orders, Quotes and Requests for Information Maintain logs for Lien Releases on all jobs Maintain Time and Material spreadsheets when needed on certain projects Handle documentation for all new projects including ordering insurance and bonds, as needed Correspond and provide information to Superintendents as needed, including job binders, etc. Assist in daily phone/reception desk duties Be responsive to customers requiring assistanceSkills: Account Reconciliation Accounts Payable (AP) Accounts Receivable (AR) Billing Data Entry Invoice Processing Microsoft Excel Oracle QuickBooks SAP Microsoft Outlook Lien Waivers Purchase Orders Create Purchase Code Invoices Enter Vendor Invoices Invoice reconciliation Customer Service Customer Satisfaction Construction Construction Accounting Filing Requirements Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Purchasing Agent or in a similar role Proficiency in Account Reconciliation, Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) Experience in Billing and Data Entry Familiarity with Invoice Processing Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Outlook Experience with Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP systems Knowledge of Lien Waivers and Purchase Orders Ability to create Purchase Orders and Code Invoices Experience in entering Vendor Invoices Proficiency in Invoice Reconciliation Strong Customer Service skills and a focus on Customer Satisfaction Experience in the Construction industry, particularly Construction Accounting Familiarity with Filing systems and procedures Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https:///www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .
