Accounts Payable Specialist

A. Pappajohn Company; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Company-paid healthcare

401(k) with company match

Generous vacation, sick, and personal:

Job summary

A. Pappajohn Company, a respected general contractor serving Fairfield County, is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our accounting team in Norwalk, CT.

This role supports project managers and builds strong relationships with vendors and subcontractors to keep projects financially on track. You will manage the full AP cycle, reconcile billings, and ensure accurate postings to the general ledger.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Sage 100/300 (Master Builder/Timberline).
• Strong Excel, Word, and Outlook skills.
• Familiarity with PEM Software and Sage Paperless.
• Associate's degree in Accounting or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Own the full accounts payable cycle — reconciliations, invoices, and check runs.
• Reconcile monthly client billings against vendor/subcontractor invoices and post to GL.
• Coordinate with Project Managers to enter subcontracts and ensure timely payments.
• Serve as a trusted contact for vendors, subcontractors, and clients with professional follow-up.
• Apply GL debits/credits across AP/AR and maintain accuracy.
• Construction accounting experience is a strong plus.

Skills

Vendor management

General ledger

AP troubleshooting

Education

Associate's degree in Accounting

Tools

Sage 100/300 (Master Builder/Timberline)

Microsoft Excel

PEM Software

Sage Paperless

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

A. Pappajohn Company, a respected general contractor serving Fairfield County, is looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to be a key part of our accounting team. You'll play a vital role in keeping our projects financially on track — partnering closely with our Project Managers and building strong relationships with the vendors and subcontractors who help bring our projects to life.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Own the full accounts payable cycle — statement reconciliations, vendor invoices, subcontractor AIA construction invoices, and system/manual check runs
• Reconcile monthly client billings against vendor and subcontractor invoices, ensuring every job cost lands accurately in the general ledger
• Partner with Project Managers to get subcontracts entered into the accounting system so vendors and subcontractors are paid accurately and on time
• Serve as a trusted point of contact for vendors, subcontractors, and clients, resolving open issues with professionalism and follow-through
• Apply a solid understanding of general ledger debits and credits across accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Construction accounting experience — a strong plus for this role

WHAT YOU BRING

• Hands-on experience with Sage 100/300 Accounting Systems (Master Builder/Timberline)
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Familiarity with PEM Software and Sage Paperless
• An Associate's degree in Accounting, or equivalent experience in the field

WHY JOIN APC

• Flexible hours that support work-life balance
• A competitive salary based on your experience
• Company-paid healthcare insurance
• 401(k) with company match to help you plan for the future
• Generous vacation, sick, and personal time

Company Description

Mid size construction management firm located in Fairfield County.