Accounts Payable Specialist

Christman Company; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Christman Constructors, Inc. seeks an Accounts Payable Specialist in Lansing, Michigan to manage invoicing, approvals, and payments with precision and timeliness.

Responsibilities include full cycle AP, vendor enrollment, Comdata administration, and ensuring subcontractor compliance in support of Project Accountants.

Requires an Associate degree and 2+ years AP experience; Viewpoint knowledge and construction industry exposure are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience in accounts payable.
• Experience with vendor management and invoice processing.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Sends checks for signature and matches them to payments.
• Receives and routes unapproved invoices for approval.
• Performs full cycle invoice creation, processing, and tracking.
• Reviews bids and pre-qualifications as required.
• Manages office supply inventory and ordering.
• Responds to invoice/payment inquiries from internal and external partners.
• Assists with check printing, waivers, and held checks monitoring.
• Manages Comdata program administration including vendor enrollment.
• Ensures subcontractor compliance for Project Accountants.
• Processes assigned reports as required.

Skills

AP experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Viewpoint

Job description

Christman Constructors, Inc. Job Description: Build More with Your Career at Christman Constructors, Inc.

With projects throughout the Midwest, Christman Constructors, Inc. (CCI) is a great place to begin, continue or grow your career. We’re searching for the next generation of innovative minds who want to shape the world and live to build. CCI is looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist in our Lansing, Michigan region!

What You Will Do:

• Sends checks to the appropriate person for signature, and matches checks to ensure accuracy prior to sending for payment.
• Receives unapproved invoices and sends them to the appropriate person for approval.
• Completes full cycle invoice creation, processing, and tracking including printing checks and balancing check batches.
• Reviews bids and pre-qualifications, as required.
• Manages office supply inventory and ordering, as required.
• Responds to requests from internal and external partners regarding invoices and payments.
• Assists with check printing, waivers, and monitoring of held checks for compliance release.
• Manages administration of Comdata program, including but not limited to managing vendor enrollment and processing weekly transmissions.
• Ensures subcontractor compliance requirements are met, in support of Project Accountants.
• Processes assigned reports, as required.

Expected Hours of Work and Travel:

Full time position. Extended hours and weekends may apply. Must have reliable transportation. Minimal travel required. Majority of travel done during work hours; overnight stays may be required.

What You Will Bring to the Team:

Required experience, knowledge, and skills for this role include:

• Associates Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in an Accounts Payable role.
• Or equivalent combination of the above education, training, and experience.

Preferred experience, knowledge, and skills for this role include:

• Accounts Payable experience in the construction industry.
• Viewpoint software knowledge.
• Experience in a ‘paperless’ environment.

The Christman family of companies is an Affluent Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

As part of our company policy, this position requires successful completion of pre-employment screening, including but not limited to drug and background screening.

Founded in 1894, Christman is a national, employee-owned construction firm offering construction management, general contracting, and design-build services. Taking a comprehensive approach to support our clients needs, our self-perform affiliates empower us to enhance project outcomes. With over 500 employee-owners, we unite great people in great achievement, delivering projects that align with clients' goals through a collaborative, one-team approach. Our family of companies’ expertise spans multiple market sectors, including healthcare, education, and historic preservation, providing tailored solutions that add value to every project.

Together, we strive to #buildmore for our clients, communities, and team.

Interested in exploring a career with Christman? We're looking for talented people who are passionate about construction and who value integrity, informed decision-making and collaboration.