To ensure success as an accounts payable specialist, you should exhibit sound knowledge of best practices in accounting and experience in a similar role. An accomplished accounts payable specialist will be someone whose accounting expertise translates into optimized expense control processes. Construction experience is a plus.

• Collaborating with co-workers and third-party vendors to gather, analyze, and interpret relevant financial data.
• Receiving, processing, verifying, tracking and reconciling invoices.
• Comparing system reports to balances and verifying entries.
• Charging expenses to accounts and job costing.
• Verifying vendor accounts, paying vendors, and resolving invoice, or payment discrepancies.
• Handling payments in an organized and timely manner.
• Preparing and maintaining Excel spreadsheets.
• Reconciling account transactions with the general ledger.
• Managing general ledger journal entries and credit card and bank account reconciliation.
• Performing recordkeeping and preparing financial reports.
• Keeping informed of regulatory requirements and best practices in accounting. Assisting with audit support as necessary.
• Assisting in streamlining the accounts payable process.
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Managing certificates of insurance for subcontractors.
• Preparing regular reports for management.
• Assisting with past due or denied invoices.
• Assist as back-up for Administrative Assistant upon their absence.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related.
• At least 2 years experience as an accounts payable specialist, or similar.
• Advanced competency in accounting and business management software, such as Quickbooks and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• In-depth knowledge of accounts payable principles, accounting standards, and industry regulations.
• Knowledge of construction cost accounting and related financial procedures.
• Extensive experience in account reconciliation.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Great time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent collaboration and communication abilities.