Construction Accounts Payable Specialist — ESOP‑Owned & Vendor Focus

Socket.dev; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Stock ownership

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Howard Building Corporation (HBC) seeks a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our accounting team. You will process vendor and subcontractor invoices, determine project-related vs overhead expenses, and maintain organized digital records to support construction operations.

The role requires 3+ years of AP experience, proficiency in Excel, and strong vendor relationships. You will assist with subcontractor lien waivers, payment administration, and month-end close, while ensuring

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounts payable experience, preferably in construction.
• Strong understanding of vendor invoices, subcontracts, and job-cost accounting.
• Experience processing high-volume invoices with meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and process vendor and subcontractor invoices and payments.
• Determine whether invoices are project-related or overhead and route for approval.
• Maintain and reconcile vendor records, statements, and compliance documents.
• Assist with subcontractor lien waivers and payment documentation.
• Support project teams with job cost coding and reporting during close.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication skills

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

GC Pay

Sage 300 CRE

Microsoft Excel

Job cost accounting systems

Job description

Howard Building Corporation (HBC) seeks a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our accounting team. You will process vendor and subcontractor invoices, determine project-related vs overhead expenses, and maintain organized digital records to support construction operations.

The role requires 3+ years of AP experience, proficiency in Excel, and strong vendor relationships. You will assist with subcontractor lien waivers, payment administration, and month-end close, while ensuring