Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable SpecialistLocation: Houston, TX (77079) Employment Type: Full-Time Industry: Oil & Gas / Energy / Construction / Industrial ServicesAbout the Role: We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join a growing accounting team supporting operations within the oil & gas, energy, construction, or industrial services industries. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing a high volume of invoices and vendor transactions while maintaining accuracy, meeting deadlines, and providing excellent internal and external customer service. Experience in a project-based, construction, oilfield services, energy, or industrial environment is highly preferred, particularly for candidates familiar with purchase orders, three-way matching, job costing, and vendor management.Key Responsibilities:Process a high volume of vendor invoices accurately and efficientlyReview invoices for proper coding, approvals, purchase orders, and supporting documentationPerform three-way matching of purchase orders, receipts, and invoicesCode invoices to the appropriate general ledger accounts, cost centers, projects, and jobsEnter invoices into the ERP/accounting system and ensure timely processingPrepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, wires, and other payment transactionsMaintain accurate vendor records and assist with vendor onboarding and maintenanceReconcile vendor statements and research outstanding or disputed invoicesRespond to vendor and internal inquiries regarding invoice and payment statusResearch and resolve discrepancies between invoices, purchase orders, receipts, and contractsAssist with month-end close activities, including AP accruals and account reconciliationsMonitor AP aging and assist with identifying past-due or outstanding itemsMaintain organized documentation and ensure compliance with company policies and proceduresAssist with 1099 reporting and other AP-related compliance activitiesSupport internal and external audits by providing invoices, payment records, and supporting documentationIdentify opportunities to improve AP processes, controls, and efficiencyAssist with special projects and other accounting responsibilities as neededQualifications:2–5+ years of Accounts Payable experienceHigh school diploma required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferredExperience in oil & gas, energy, construction, engineering, industrial services, manufacturing, or a related industry strongly preferredExperience processing high-volume invoicesStrong understanding of three-way matching and invoice codingExperience with purchase orders and vendor managementStrong attention to detail and accuracyIntermediate Excel skillsExperience with an ERP/accounting system such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage Intacct, or similarExcellent organizational and time-management skillsStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work independently while also collaborating effectively with accounting and operations teamsAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentPreferred Industry Experience: Candidates with experience in any of the following environments are encouraged to apply:Oil & GasOilfield ServicesEnergy ServicesMidstream / DownstreamEngineering & ConstructionCommercial ConstructionEPC / EPCMIndustrial ServicesManufacturingInfrastructureField ServicesHighly Desired Experience: Particularly strong candidates may have experience with:High-volume APThree-way matchingPO and non-PO invoicesJob/project costingConstruction or field-service invoicesVendor managementSubcontractor paymentsRetainagePurchase ordersCredit card reconciliationACH and wire payments1099 processingAP accrualsMulti-entity accountingERP implementations or system conversionsAP automationNetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, or Sage IntacctWhat We're Looking For: We're looking for someone who is organized, dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. The right person will take ownership of the AP process, communicate effectively with vendors and internal teams, and know how to dig into an invoice when something doesn't look right. Industry experience is a major plus, particularly for candidates who understand the unique needs of project-based, construction, energy, or field-service businesses. This is an excellent opportunity for an AP professional who wants to join a growing organization, contribute to a strong accounting team, and continue developing their career. If you're an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you! Ref: #209-Rowland Houston