Accounts Payable Administrator

Salisbury & Moore Construction; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Salisbury & Moore Construction seeks an Accounts Payable Administrator in Raleigh, NC. You will oversee a dedicated AP team, process a large volume of invoices, and ensure accurate posting and timely payments, while enforcing compliance with vendor contracts and POs.

You will collaborate with Purchasing, manage ACH runs, and maintain records for audits and 1099 reporting. The role requires strong communication, organization, and leadership to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration preferred, not required.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience.
• Experience with vendor setup and processing a high volume of invoices.
• Knowledge of CIS, tax withholding, and 1099 compliance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts payable team and direct processing of invoices and payments.
• Ensure accuracy of postings, set up new vendors, and maximize cash discounts.
• Review invoice postings and reconcile discrepancies with vendors.
• Collaborate with Purchasing to ensure POs are properly maintained.
• Prepare ACH distributions and maintain records for audits and tax compliance.
• Post non-invoice cash transactions including bank and credit card fees.
• Monitor cash balances and vendor statements; resolve queries.
• Liaise with project managers to obtain approvals and supporting docs.
• Match invoices to POs, delivery notes, and work orders; allocate costs to projects.
• Support month-end reporting and project cost tracking.

Skills

Communication skills

Accounting software

MS Office

Accounts payable

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical skills

Leadership

Prioritization

Stress tolerance

Education

Accounting degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

Job Summary:

The Accounts Payable Administrator will oversee an accounts payable team, direct the processing of invoices and payments.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Ensure productivity and accuracy of accounts payable functions, including setting up new vendors and processing a large volume of invoices


• Perform review of invoice postings to ensure that payable amounts are legitimate and that all possible cash discounts and credits are taken


• Handle and expedite vendor invoice/payment inquiries to ensure satisfactory resolutions. Review vendor statements and resolve discrepancies


• Work closely with the Purchasing department to help ensure that all vendors purchase orders are prepared and maintained properly to avoid improper payments


• Prepare ACH distributions


• Ensures proper recordkeeping of purchases for use in tax preparation and periodic audits.


• Ensures employer identification numbers or social security numbers have been collected from all vendors to prepare and submit 1099s.


• Post non-invoice cash transactions including bank fees, credit card fees and deposits.


• Ensures proper maintenance, filing, and storage of records in case of audits.


• Monitor cash and credit balances and make cash transfers as necessary


• Vendor statement reconciliation


• Process and verify supplier and subcontractor invoices in accordance with contracts and purchase orders


• Match invoices to purchase orders, delivery dockets, and approved work orders


• Allocate costs to the correct projects, cost codes, and job numbers


• Prepare and process payment runs while ensuring retention, variations, and progress claims are correctly applied


• Reconcile supplier and subcontractor statements and resolve discrepancies


• Liaise with project managers and site staff to obtain invoice approvals and supporting documentation


• Maintain accurate records of invoices, payments, and retention balances


• Ensure compliance with construction-specific requirements (e.g. CIS, tax withholding, insurance documentation, lien waivers, or statutory declarations where applicable)


• Assist with month-end reporting and project cost tracking


• Support audits and provide documentation as required


• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

Examples:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite or related software.


• Thorough understanding of accounts payable functions.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.


• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.


• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.


• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration, preferred, not required.


• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements for an office job typically include the ability to sit for extended periods, use a computer and other office equipment, and occasionally lift or carry office supplies up to 20 pounds. The role may require occasional standing, walking, or bending to file documents, attend meetings, or move between office areas.