Accounts Payable Specialist

Shr LLC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SHR Talent in Nashville is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist for a construction-focused client. The role handles high-volume AP and requires strong understanding of contract-based billing, lien waivers, and project-based payment structures, offering visibility and ownership on a growing team.

You will process invoices, reconcile against contracts, manage vendor communications, monitor aging, and support month-end close in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Accounts Payable experience.
• Construction industry experience required.
• Strong understanding of contract-based billing cycles.
• Experience reviewing invoices tied to project milestones.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Process high volume invoices daily with accuracy and urgency.
• Review and reconcile invoices against construction contracts and project milestones.
• Understand contract terms to ensure proper billing timing and approvals.
• Manage vendor communication and follow-up on discrepancies.
• Monitor invoice aging and proactively resolve issues.
• Coordinate internally with project managers and accounting team.
• Maintain organized documentation for audit and compliance purposes.
• Assist with month-end close support as needed.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Construction experience

Billing cycles

Invoice reconciliation

Vendor communication

Job description

SHR Talent is partnering with a client in Nashville, TN in its search for an Accounts Payable Specialist. Our client is a growing construction-focused organization. The Accounts Payable Specialist is a high-impact role supporting a fast-paced environment processing approximately 50 invoices per day. The ideal candidate for the Accounts Payable Specialist position will bring prior construction industry experience and a strong understanding of contract-driven billing cycles, lien waivers, and project-based payment structures. The Accounts Payable Specialist role offers strong visibility, ownership, and the opportunity to become a key contributor on a growing team.

Responsibilities:

• Process high volume invoices daily with accuracy and urgency
• Review and reconcile invoices against construction contracts and project milestones
• Understand contract terms to ensure proper billing timing and approvals
• Manage vendor communication and follow-up on discrepancies
• Monitor invoice aging and proactively resolve issues
• Coordinate internally with project managers and accounting team
• Maintain organized documentation for audit and compliance purposes
• Assist with month-end close support as needed

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of Accounts Payable experience
• Construction industry experience, required
• Strong understanding of contract-based billing cycles
• Experience reviewing invoices tied to project milestones
• High level of professionalism and follow-through
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills