Accounts Payable Clerk

Description

A growing construction company in Birmingham is seeking a detail-driven Accounts Payable Specialist to support their expanding operations. This role is essential to keeping projects financially on track - ensuring vendors are paid accurately and on time while maintaining organized, audit-ready accounting records.

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, teamwork, and communication matter, we'd love to connect with you.

Position Overview

As the Accounts Payable Specialist, you will play a key role in managing invoice processing, vendor communication, reconciliations, and payment execution across multiple entities and job cost centers. You'll collaborate closely with accounting and operations teams to support efficient financial processes that keep projects moving forward.

Key Responsibilities

Invoice Processing & Job Costing

+ Review, verify, and process vendor invoices with accuracy

+ Allocate costs appropriately across multiple entities and project cost centers

+ Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies

Reconciliations & Recordkeeping

+ Reconcile vendor statements and corporate credit card activity

+ Maintain organized, up-to-date financial records

Vendor Communication

+ Serve as the primary contact for vendor inquiries

+ Resolve discrepancies promptly and professionally

+ Foster strong, long-term vendor relationships

Payment Administration

+ Prepare and process payments via check, ACH, and electronic transfers

+ Ensure all payments are properly documented and recorded

Reporting & Close Support

+ Assist with AP aging reports, paid invoice summaries, and audit documentation

+ Support month-end close procedures and financial audits as needed

Cross-Functional Collaboration

+ Partner with accounting team members and other departments to streamline processes

+ Contribute ideas for improving workflow and efficiency

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent work experience)

+ Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

+ Solid understanding of accounting principles

+ Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills

+ Strong written and verbal communication abilities

+ Self-motivated with the ability to work independently

+ Interest in building a long-term career in accounting and finance

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