Accounts Payable & Accounting Specialist

Job Title: Accounts Payable & Accounting Specialist

Department: Administration

Location: In Person, Memphis, TN

About DFX

 DFX Foundation & Waterproofing Experts is an emerging leader in the home service construction industry. We specialize in foundation repair and waterproofing, ensuring the safety and durability of homes. Our rapid growth is a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, and customer satisfaction. At DFX, we foster a culture where every team member is dedicated to upholding these values in everything we do.

Position Overview

DFX is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Accounts Payable & Accounting Specialist to join our growing team. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our financial operations. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional attention to detail, a strong work ethic, and the ability to manage multiple accounting functions in a fast-paced environment.

This position is responsible for overseeing accounts payable processes, supporting general ledger activities, maintaining accurate financial records, and assisting with day-to-day accounting operations. The right candidate will have prior QuickBooks experience, a strong understanding of accounting principles, and a commitment to accuracy and confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately process high-volume accounts payable invoices, vendor payments, and daily accounting transactions exceeding 500 transactions weekly
• Perform heavy data entry with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency
• Maintain precise and organized records of all financial activity
• Perform reconciliations including vendor statements, credit card transactions, bank accounts, and other balance sheet accounts
• Assist with general ledger maintenance, journal entries, and month-end processes
• Ensure accurate coding and allocation of expenses
• Support construction job costing processes and maintain accurate job cost tracking
• Support accounts receivable and other accounting functions as needed
• Assist with processing bi-weekly payroll
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes from an accounting and administrative perspective
• Ensure compliance with vendors, internal departments, and leadership regarding financial matters
• Support additional accounting and administrative projects as assigned

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Supplemental insurance options including life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Supportive, team-oriented environment with accessible leadership

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounts payable, bookkeeping, or accounting support roles
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations, reconciliations, and general ledger functions
• Experience with QuickBooks
• Experience handling high-volume transaction processing and heavy data entry
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

• Experience with construction job costing
• Prior experience in the construction and/or home services
• Self-motivated with a proactive mindset
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment