Construction Accounts Payable Specialist

Underground Construction Co., Inc.; Benicia (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Job summary

Underground Construction Co., Inc. is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage vendor invoices, ensure accurate coding, and process payments.

The role emphasizes compliance, data accuracy, and timely payments within a construction industry context. Qualified candidates have an associate degree in accounting or business administration or 3–4 years of relevant experience, with proficiency in spreadsheets and ERP systems such as JDE.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting or Business Administration or 3–4 years of relevant experience.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, fair credit practices, and collection regulations.
• Proven ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures and financial records.
• Data entry skills.
• Protect the organization's value by keeping information confidential.
• Hands-on experience in operating spreadsheets and accounting software (JDE or other full-scale ERP software).
• Customer service orientation and negotiation skills.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work extended hours when necessary for business needs.
• Experience working in construction is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify vendor and subcontractor invoices and check requests, ensuring accurate coding.
• Verify Subcontractors are compliant with all relevant regulations and standards.
• Prepare invoices for payment including uploading them into the accounting system.
• Research, resolve, and reconcile invoice discrepancies and accounts payable transactions.
• Prepare and perform check runs.
• Review and account for company credit card transactions.
• Monitor vendor/subcontractor accounts and statements to ensure timely payments.
• Establish and maintain communication with vendors and subcontractors promptly responding to their inquiries.
• Prepare monthly accruals and assist with the month-end closing process.
• Supply and maintain required documentation for audit purposes.
• Maintain organized vendor/subcontractor files and file checks.
• Perform additional related duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

Accounts payable

Invoicing

Data entry

Vendor communication

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Spreadsheet skills

ERP software (JDE)

Teamwork

Customer service orientation

Education

Associate degree in Accounting or Business Administration

Tools

JDE or ERP software

Job description

Underground Construction Co., Inc. is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage vendor invoices, ensure accurate coding, and process payments.

The role emphasizes compliance, data accuracy, and timely payments within a construction industry context. Qualified candidates have an associate degree in accounting or business administration or 3–4 years of relevant experience, with proficiency in spreadsheets and ERP systems such as JDE.