Construction Billing Specialist - Heritage Grocers Group

At Heritage Grocers Group, how we work is defined by shared values that include absolute integrity, respect, and collaboration. However, it's more than that; it's smart and highly driven people united in purpose to serve one another.

Bring your energy and unique perspective and you'll have the opportunity to grow with us professionally, personally, and financially. You'll be part of a team that genuinely cares about helping you succeed, and you'll work alongside talented colleagues, while making a difference in our communities.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Construction Billing Specialist reports directly to the Director of Construction. However, the position will collaborate with the accounting department. The Construction Billing Specialist will provide support in paying utility bills and accruing accordingly for all Cardenas Markets store, warehouse, and corporate locations. The position requires the ability to review data and determine if bills are duplicates or irregular in any way. Constant communication with outside utility vendors, city municipalities, and state entities will be necessary. It will require time spent working on utility rebates for store modifications and supporting research on new programs available per state.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Manage and assist in paying all utility bills for Cardenas Markets stores, warehouse, and corporate locations;
• Prepare and collaborate with the accounting department on monthly utilities accrual;
• Work closely with utility vendors and provide direction to store management if irregularities are present;
• Immediately respond to any concerns with irregular bill activity;
• Generate reports and communicate findings and recommendations;
• Prepare monthly accrual for Cal-recycle or other fees associated with state programs and forward to the accounting department;
• Provide support in obtaining rebates for construction or maintenance work as needed;
• Provide continued support in Cardenas' enrollment of current rebate programs with municipal utilities to maximize gains;
• Maintain records for utility deposits, i.e. store opening or closing refunds;
• Other special projects as necessary; Performs all other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong critical thinking and analytical capabilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Strict attention to detail, accurate, highly organized, and efficient
• Self-motivated individual with ability to work as contributing team member and adaptability to change
• Good attendance record is mandatory
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK CONDITIONS:

The physical demands and work conditions below represent those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Some requirements may be modified to accommodate individuals with disabilities:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and use the hands to handle objects, tools, or controls.
• Successful performance requires vision abilities that include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• The work environment is typical of an office.
• Ability to lift up to 15 lbs.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER NOTICE

The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, functions, experience, educational factors, and the requirements and conditions listed in this job description are representative only and not exhaustive of the tasks that an employee may be required to perform. The Employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business or the work environment change.

Disclaimer:

Pay Scale $16.00 to $29.00

The pay scale above is the hourly wage range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for this position.

Within this range, individual pay is determined by location and other factors including, but not limited to, specific skills, relevant work experience, and relevant education and/or training. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with California Labor Code § 432.3 and state and local minimum wage standards.