Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

A growing, employee-owned organization supporting the construction industry is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join its Accounting team in Granite City, IL.

The ideal candidate will have experience in accounts payable, invoice processing, vendor reconciliation, cost coding, and payment processing. Construction industry experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Review and process invoices for payment.
• Code invoices to appropriate jobs and cost centers.
• Resolve purchase order, contract, invoice, and payment discrepancies.
• Prepare checks and process payment requests.
• Prioritize invoices based on payment terms and discounts.
• Communicate directly with vendors regarding invoices and payments.
• Reconcile monthly vendor statements.
• Resolve past-due invoice issues.
• Maintain accurate AP files and documentation.
• Assist with month-end closing.
• Support additional accounting projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Accounts payable experience required.
• 1–3+ years of construction AP experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Experience working directly with vendors.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Experience with accounting software.
• Vista by Viewpoint experience is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive, collaborative, and solution-oriented attitude.

Compensation & Benefits

• $50,000–$60,000 based on experience
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Discretionary Annual Bonus
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Contributions
• Paid Time Off & Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Gym Reimbursement

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.