Accounts Payable Specialist

LPL Solar; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

LPL Solar in Fort Lauderdale, FL is looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our hands-on finance team. This role focuses on processing invoices, maintaining vendor relationships, and supporting month-end close in a fast-paced construction environment.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in construction accounting, proficiency with Sage 300 and HH2, and strong communication skills to coordinate with suppliers and internal teams at our on-site office.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of construction accounting experience, including at least 2 years in Accounts Payable.
• Experience with Sage 300, HH2, AMEX/Comdata is a plus.
• Must work from LPL Solar’s office in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and enter invoices using HH2 (automated billing system)
• Ensure accurate entry of vendor information, invoice numbers, dates, amounts, due dates, coding, and payment dates
• Assist in weekly AP runs using Sage 300 accounting software
• Perform monthly vendor reconciliations and ensure accuracy of statements and invoices
• Perform month-end close process by reviewing & approving assigned invoices and credit card transactions, while ensuring all monthly invoices are accurately entered and processed on time
• Match invoices with waivers and release of liens as part of the AP payment process
• Respond to vendor inquiries and maintain positive vendor relationships
• Scan and weekly payment remittances
• Review and approve all invoices in Final Review, ensuring accuracy of key invoice details, including vendor name, invoice number, and amount, before exporting to Sage
• Review and code AMEX and Comdata credit card transactions
• Assist with other accounts payable and accounting tasks as needed

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Verbal & written communication

High-volume workload management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Experience in construction accounting

Tools

Sage 300

HH2

AMEX/Comdata

Job description

Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL (On-site, 5 days/week)
Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Accounts Payable Manager

Company Overview: LPL Solar is a self-perform solar EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) company headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. We specialize in utility-scale solar projects and maintain long-standing relationships with leading utilities and Independent Power Producers (IPPs) across the U.S. Our leadership team brings over 20 GW of combined solar construction experience, with more than 200 projects completed across thirteen states and the Province of Ontario, Canada.

Position Overview: We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Payable Specialist to join our dynamic team. This role is a key part of the Accounts Payable department, responsible for processing invoices, maintaining vendor relationships, and supporting various accounting functions. The ideal candidate has experience in construction accounting and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review, verify, and enter invoices using HH2 (automated billing system)
• Ensure accurate entry of vendor information, invoice numbers, dates, amounts, due dates, coding, and payment dates
• Assist in weekly AP runs using Sage 300 accounting software
• Perform monthly vendor reconciliations and ensure accuracy of statements and invoices
• Perform month-end close process by reviewing & approving assigned invoices and credit card transactions, while ensuring all monthly invoices are accurately entered and processed on time
• Match invoices with waivers and release of liens as part of the AP payment process
• Respond to vendor inquiries and maintain positive vendor relationships
• Scan and weekly payment remittances
• Review and approve all invoices in Final Review, ensuring accuracy of key invoice details, including vendor name, invoice number, and amount, before exporting to Sage
• Review and code AMEX and Comdata credit card transactions
• Assist with other accounts payable and accounting tasks as needed

Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Excellent verbal & written communication skills
• Demonstrate the ability to manage high-volume workloads and prioritize multiple competing tasks
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and construction accounting software
• Solid understanding of accounts payable processes and accounting principles

Education & Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of construction accounting experience, including at least 2 years in Accounts Payable
• Experience with Sage 300, HH2, AMEX/Comdata is a plus
• Must work from LPL Solar’soffice in Fort Lauderdale, FL