Accounts Payable Associate

Job Description

Accounts Payable Administrator - Mechanical/Construction Industry

A growing mechanical and construction services company is seeking a detail‑oriented Accounts Payable Administrator to manage full‑cycle AP in a fast‑paced, team‑focused environment. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in high‑volume workloads and enjoys contributing to an organized and efficient accounting process.

Responsibilities

+ Process approximately 1,000 invoices per month, from email capture through posting in Spectrum.

+ Support bi‑monthly check runs and assist with month‑end AP procedures.

+ Field incoming AP calls and provide assistance with subcontract administration tasks as needed.

+ Maintain accurate, organized AP files and documentation.

Requirements

+ 2+ years of Accounts Payable experience, preferably within construction, HVAC, mechanical, or related industries.

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Experience with Spectrum or similar accounting software is highly preferred.

+ Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities.

+ Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.

+ No degree required.

+ Fully on‑site role; punctuality and reliability are essential.

Key Skills

+ Accounts Payable

+ Invoice Processing

+ Purchase Orders

+ Data Entry

+ Month‑End Support

+ Vendor Maintenance

+ Microsoft Office / Excel

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience working in high‑volume AP environments.

+ Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy.

+ Professional communication skills for vendor and internal interactions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Knoxville, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

- Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Knoxville,TN.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 17, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence.

With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarter (%20astoncarter)  for other accommodation options.