Accounting Administrator, Accounts Payable
Meriton, Irving, TX, United States
Accounting Administrator, Accounts Payable
Irving, Texas
Meriton is a national team of experts driving HVAC innovation through a network of high-performing companies. From strategy and support to systems and solutions, we work behind the scenes to strengthen operations and build valuefor our partners and our people.
If you're looking to make an impact, we're glad you're here. At Meriton, you'll join a team that believes in big ideas, doing great work, and building careers that matterevery step of the way.
Position Description
Job Title
: Accounting Administrator, Accounts Payable
Reports To
: Accounts Payable Manager
FLSA Status
: Non-Exempt
Location
: Shared Services Office, Irving, TX (Hybrid)
Summary:
The Accounting Administrator provides administrative and operational support to centralized accounting functions by managing shared communication channels, processing mail and documentation, routing inquiries, and supporting workflow coordination. This role is responsible for ensuring timely intake, organization, and tracking of customer- and vendor-related correspondence while maintaining documentation standards, internal controls, and audit readiness.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Administrative & Communication Support:
Monitor and manage shared accounting email inboxes.
Review, tag, categorize, and route incoming emails to the appropriate accounting team or queue.
Acknowledge receipt of inquiries when required and ensure timely handoff to the assigned owner.
Answer incoming accounting-related phone calls; provide basic information and route calls appropriately.
Maintain inquiry logs, call logs, or tracking records as required.
Mail Processing & Document Management:
Receive, open, and process incoming and returned mail related to invoices, statements, checks, and general accounting correspondence.
Prepare and mail customer invoices, statements, and vendor payments as directed.
Identify address issues, undeliverable mail, or documentation gaps and route findings to the appropriate owner.
Scan, index, and attach documents to customer or vendor records within Microsoft Dynamics 365.
Maintain organized electronic and physical files to support audit readiness.
Workflow Coordination & Task Support:
Accumulate invoices received through centralized inboxes and route them for review.
Verify invoices and expenses include required approvals prior to routing.
Create, assign, and track work items related to inquiries and documentation requests.
Follow up on open administrative items to ensure timely resolution.
Data Accuracy & Controls Support:
Identify and flag potential customer or vendor master data issues.
Ensure documentation accuracy and retention in accordance with SOX and internal controls.
Adhere to established accounting policies and procedures.
Competencies:
Strong organizational and administrative skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Professional communication and customer service orientation
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Accountability and compliance focus
Education/Experience:
High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred
13 years of administrative or accounting support experience preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred
Work Environment:
Corporate shared services office environment with moderate noise level. Hybrid arrangements may be available based on business needs.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach during the workday. May be required to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
Meriton is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
Salary ranges listed are dependent upon a candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the specific role and location.
Irving, Texas
Meriton is a national team of experts driving HVAC innovation through a network of high-performing companies. From strategy and support to systems and solutions, we work behind the scenes to strengthen operations and build valuefor our partners and our people.
If you're looking to make an impact, we're glad you're here. At Meriton, you'll join a team that believes in big ideas, doing great work, and building careers that matterevery step of the way.
Position Description
Job Title
: Accounting Administrator, Accounts Payable
Reports To
: Accounts Payable Manager
FLSA Status
: Non-Exempt
Location
: Shared Services Office, Irving, TX (Hybrid)
Summary:
The Accounting Administrator provides administrative and operational support to centralized accounting functions by managing shared communication channels, processing mail and documentation, routing inquiries, and supporting workflow coordination. This role is responsible for ensuring timely intake, organization, and tracking of customer- and vendor-related correspondence while maintaining documentation standards, internal controls, and audit readiness.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Administrative & Communication Support:
Monitor and manage shared accounting email inboxes.
Review, tag, categorize, and route incoming emails to the appropriate accounting team or queue.
Acknowledge receipt of inquiries when required and ensure timely handoff to the assigned owner.
Answer incoming accounting-related phone calls; provide basic information and route calls appropriately.
Maintain inquiry logs, call logs, or tracking records as required.
Mail Processing & Document Management:
Receive, open, and process incoming and returned mail related to invoices, statements, checks, and general accounting correspondence.
Prepare and mail customer invoices, statements, and vendor payments as directed.
Identify address issues, undeliverable mail, or documentation gaps and route findings to the appropriate owner.
Scan, index, and attach documents to customer or vendor records within Microsoft Dynamics 365.
Maintain organized electronic and physical files to support audit readiness.
Workflow Coordination & Task Support:
Accumulate invoices received through centralized inboxes and route them for review.
Verify invoices and expenses include required approvals prior to routing.
Create, assign, and track work items related to inquiries and documentation requests.
Follow up on open administrative items to ensure timely resolution.
Data Accuracy & Controls Support:
Identify and flag potential customer or vendor master data issues.
Ensure documentation accuracy and retention in accordance with SOX and internal controls.
Adhere to established accounting policies and procedures.
Competencies:
Strong organizational and administrative skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Professional communication and customer service orientation
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Accountability and compliance focus
Education/Experience:
High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred
13 years of administrative or accounting support experience preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred
Work Environment:
Corporate shared services office environment with moderate noise level. Hybrid arrangements may be available based on business needs.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach during the workday. May be required to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
Meriton is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
Salary ranges listed are dependent upon a candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the specific role and location.