Accounts Payable Manager

Clifton Larson Allen  (CLA) Search has been retained by N.A. Degerstrom Inc, to identify an Accounts Payable Manager to join their team

N.A. Degerstrom has proudly served the mining and construction industries since 1904. Headquartered in Spokane, Washington, the company began with railroad construction projects across the western United States. From the outset, NAD built its reputation on flexibility, ingenuity, and the ability to perform in demanding environments—consistently solving complex challenges and delivering quality results.

This Accounts Payable Manager role oversees the full AP lifecycle, including high‑volume, job‑costed invoice processing, vendor relationships, and payment execution. The position also leads the AP team while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely financial reporting across the organization

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• Oversee the full accounts payable cycle, ensuring timely, accurate processing and payment of vendor invoices.
• Manage and develop the accounts payable team, including training, work assignment, and performance oversight.
• Serve as the primary contact for vendor inquiries, resolving invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and W 9 documentation.
• Coordinate with project managers and operations staff to ensure proper invoice coding, job cost allocation, and tax compliance.
• Execute and manage payment processes, including ACH, paper checks, and virtual payables, supporting scheduled payment runs.
• Reconcile accounts payable monthly, including vendor statements and accrued expenses, to support accurate financial reporting.
• Identify opportunities to streamline AP processes and improve efficiency through standardization and automation.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and audit requirements.
• Operate in a hands‑on capacity, balancing daily transaction processing with supervisory responsibilities.
• Provide reporting and support to the CFO/Controller related to cash flow, vendor activity, and AP performance.

• 8 – 10+ years of accounting experience
• 1 – 3+ years of construction industry experience