Accounts Payable Specialist

Our client; a leading national concrete contractor, is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to support its corporate accounting team. About the Role This role will manage high-volume invoice processing, vendor communications, payment activities, and account reconciliations. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional to gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced environment with strong potential for long‑term growth. Responsibilities Process a high volume of vendor invoices accurately and on schedule. Review invoices for proper coding, documentation, and approvals. Match invoices with purchase orders and supporting records when applicable. Assist with vendor setup, account maintenance, and recordkeeping. Work with vendors and internal project teams to resolve discrepancies and payment inquiries. Support weekly check runs, ACH transactions, and other payment activities. Reconcile accounts and research outstanding balances. Maintain organized electronic records and supporting documentation. Prepare reports and assist with month-end close activities. Enter and manage data using accounting and document management systems. Contribute to process improvements within the Accounts Payable department. Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as needed. Qualifications High school diploma required; an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field is preferred. Up to two years of experience in accounts payable, accounting, bookkeeping, data entry, or a related office environment. Required Skills Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accurate, high-volume data entry. Excellent organizational and time-management skills. Ability to prioritize deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills and a customer-service mindset when working with vendors and internal teams. Basic Microsoft Office proficiency, particularly Excel. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with others. Comfortable learning new accounting and document management systems. Preferred Skills Vendor relations or account reconciliations. Familiarity with Penta, OnBase, ADP, QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, or a similar accounting or ERP platform. Experience in construction accounting or another deadline-driven corporate accounting environment. Pay range and compensation package Employment Type 3-Month Contract-to-Hire Work Schedule Onsite five days per week during the contract period. Following conversion to full-time employment, employees may work remotely one day per week. A pay increase is also typically considered upon conversion. Equal Opportunity Statement We are committed to diversity and inclusivity. #J-18808-Ljbffr