What are the responsibilities and job description for the AP/Payroll Associate position at Venture Construction?
About the Role
Venture Construction, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented AP/Payroll Associate to join our accounting team. This role is responsible for managing accounts payable processes and supporting multi-state payroll operations across our construction projects. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with construction job costing and is comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable
- Process vendor invoices, match to purchase orders and job costs, and ensure proper GL/job coding
- Review and process subcontractor pay applications, including lien waiver tracking
- Maintain vendor files, W-9s, and certificates of insurance
- Process weekly check runs and manage payment approvals
Payroll
- Process weekly payroll for field employees across multiple states
- Maintain multi-state income tax withholding, SUTA registrations, and local tax compliance (e.g., PA Act 32/PSD codes, OH RITA/CCA)
- Process certified payroll reports for prevailing wage/public works projects
- Track and code labor costs to the correct jobs and cost codes
- Maintain employee records including new hire setup, tax forms, and deductions
- Assist with year-end payroll tax filings (W-2s, 1099s, quarterly reports)
General
- Support month-end close processes related to AP and payroll
- Assist with intercompany billing and coding across related entities
- Respond to vendor and employee inquiries in a timely, professional manner
- Support audits and provide documentation as needed
Qualifications
- 2 years of experience in accounts payable and/or payroll, construction industry preferred
- Experience with Foundation Software strongly preferred (or similar construction accounting/job costing software)
- Familiarity with multi-state payroll tax compliance
- Understanding of job costing and percentage-of-completion concepts a plus
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Excel; comfort working across multiple systems
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with field and office staff
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Benefits — health/dental/vision, Simple IRA, PTO
- Opportunity to grow within a growing, established construction company
- Collaborative, team-oriented work environment
To apply, please submit your resume to ajames@venture-construction.com.
Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $28