Invoice Specialist

Lighthouse Electric; Canonsburg, Northern (Washington County, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

ESOP

Job summary

Lighthouse Electric is seeking an Invoicing Specialist to review, import, and approve vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy and adherence to purchase orders and pricing agreements. You will work with vendors, purchasing, project management, field teams, and accounting to resolve discrepancies and keep processes moving.

The role emphasizes strong attention to detail, clear communication, and collaboration across departments, with a focus on improving accounts payable workflows.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounts payable, purchasing, or finance operations experience.
• Experience working with purchase orders and three-way matching.
• Experience working in ERP or accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Review incoming vendor invoices for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with purchase orders, contracts, and pricing agreements.
• Import invoices into the accounting system and route them for approval.
• Identify and resolve invoice issues, including pricing errors, quantity mismatches, duplicate invoices, missing documentation, and overbilling.
• Ensure invoices do not exceed purchase order limits and escape exceptions when needed.
• Work directly with vendors to resolve billing issues and provide clear feedback on required corrections.
• Collaborate closely with purchasing, project management, field teams, and the accounting team to validate charges and approvals.
• Communicate invoice issues and resolutions clearly to all stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records of invoices, corrections, and resolutions for audit and reporting.
• Support continuous improvement of accounts payable and invoice review processes.
• Assist with month-end close activities related to accounts payable as needed

Skills

Accounts payable

Purchasing

Finance operations

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About Lighthouse Electric

At Lighthouse Electric, we power more than buildings — we power opportunity. For decades, we’ve built a reputation for delivering high-quality electrical construction solutions on complex commercial and industrial projects. Our success is driven by craftsmanship, accountability, and a commitment to doing things the right way — safely, efficiently, and with integrity. We believe great companies are built by great people. That’s why we invest in our team, encourage continuous improvement, and create an environment where professionals can grow, lead, and make a measurable impact. Here, you’re not just another employee — you’re part of a crew that takes pride in powering what’s next.

Why Us

• Stability + Growth – Established company with a strong backlog of major projects
• Impactful Work – Be part of high-profile, large-scale electrical builds
• Empowered Professionals – We trust our experts to lead and innovate
• Team-First Culture – Collaboration, respect, and accountability drive our success
• Strong Benefits Investment – Company-paid health coverage + 401(k) match
• Career Development – We promote from within and value long-term growth

Job Description

The Invoicing Specialist is responsible for reviewing, importing, and approving vendor invoices, with a strong focus on resolving invoice issues and ensuring compliance with purchase orders and pricing agreements. This role works closely with vendors, purchasing, project management, field teams, and the entire accounting team to resolve discrepancies, prevent overbilling, and keep invoice processing moving efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Review incoming vendor invoices for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with purchase orders, contracts, and pricing agreements
• Import invoices into the accounting system and route them for approval
• Identify and resolve invoice issues, including pricing errors, quantity mismatches, duplicate invoices, missing documentation, and overbilling
• Ensure invoices do not exceed purchase order limits and escape exceptions when needed
• Work directly with vendors to resolve billing issues and provide clear feedback on required corrections
• Collaborate closely with purchasing, project management, field teams, and the accounting team to validate charges and approvals
• Communicate invoice issues and resolutions clearly to all stakeholders
• Maintain accurate records of invoices, corrections, and resolutions for audit and reporting
• Support continuous improvement of accounts payable and invoice review processes
• Assist with month-end close activities related to accounts payable as needed

Required

• 5+ years of accounts payable, purchasing, or finance operations experience
• Experience working with purchase orders and three-way matching
• Experience working in ERP or accounting systems

Preferred

• Construction, electrical, or project-based accounting experience preferred

Education

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify billing discrepancies
• Clear, professional communication skills across internal teams and external vendors
• Must be able to stand, bend, lift and move intermittently
• Ability to withstand extended exposure to a computer monitor, which may at times be straining on the eyes
• Ability to carry up to 50 pounds

Travel Requirements

Primarily office-based with occasional travel to job sites and company locations. Periodic travel may be required to support training initiatives, onboarding activities, and workforce development programs.

Other Requirements

Additional Requirements Pre-employment drug screen required Must be authorized to work in the United States

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Lighthouse Electric will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals

• Ability to perform the essential job functions in a variety of work environments, including office and/or active job site settings.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
• Ability to move about the office or jobsite as needed to perform essential duties.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and technology, including computers, phones, and related devices.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and through electronic means.
• Ability to occasionally position self to access materials, equipment, or work areas.
• Ability to occasionally move or transport work-related materials or equipment.
• Ability to tolerate moderate noise levels typical of office or construction environments.
• Ability to travel to various work locations as required.
• Ability to work indoors and/or outdoors in varying environmental conditions, as applicable to the position.
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance consistent with company policy and operational needs.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Life and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) with 5% company match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Annual performance reviews
• Opportunity to work on large-scale, high-profile projects
• Employee Stock Ownership Program: We don't just work for lighthouse-we own it.
• Lighthouse Electric is proudly 30% owned through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), giving employees a stake in our success.

Compensation $60k-$80k

At Lighthouse Electric, our people are the driving force that powers our success. We’re thinkers and doers, innovators and optimizers, risk-takers and hard conversation-havers. Flexing our differences, we’re able to take on bigger challenges, make bigger strides and find smarter efficiencies. Whether it’s putting tried and true wisdom to work, or reworking how something is done altogether so we can do it better, we find satisfaction in doing what others can’t. We’re a crew that pushes further, works harder and solves smarter. We do whatever it takes to get the job done, to get it done right– and we’re raising the bar while we do it. Real forward movement honors the past. It’s going to take the perspective of more than just a few to define the future. Let’s power the progress the electrical industry needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lighthouse Electric Company, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and a drug-free workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources Department. Note: Chosen applicant will be subject to a drug screen and Motor Record Vehicle check as a condition of employment. For more details about our company, please visit our website, LinkedIn page, Facebook page or Vimeo Account.