On-Site Construction AP Specialist — Job Cost & Subcontracts

LHH; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a respected construction industry client to identify an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist for a direct hire opportunity in Newark, CA. This role focuses on supporting accounting operations, vendor relationships, and project-related financial processes.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of Accounts Payable experience within construction or project-based environments, with strong vendor management, job costing, and subcontractor invoicing skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of Accounts Payable experience
• Construction industry experience strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of job costing, subcontractor billing, and construction accounting practices
• Experience processing high-volume invoices with strong attention to detail
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume vendor and subcontractor invoices accurately and efficiently
• Review and match invoices, purchase orders, and supporting documentation
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
• Maintain subcontractor compliance records including W-9s, insurance certificates, and lien waivers
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure proper job cost coding and project expense tracking
• Assist with month-end close activities and AP reporting
• Respond to vendor inquiries and maintain strong working relationships
• Support accounting projects and process improvement initiatives

Skills

Accounts Payable experience

Construction industry

Vendor management

Job costing

Subcontractor invoicing

Advanced Excel

Tools

Vista

Viewpoint

Sage

CMiC

Foundation

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a respected construction industry client to identify an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist for a direct hire opportunity in Newark, CA. This role focuses on supporting accounting operations, vendor relationships, and project-related financial processes.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of Accounts Payable experience within construction or project-based environments, with strong vendor management, job costing, and subcontractor invoicing skills.