Accounts Payable Specialist

Overview

A well-established heavy civil construction firm headquartered in Houston, TX, is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their expanding finance team. The organization has delivered over $2.8 billion in infrastructure projects across the Southern United States since 1987, specializing in highways, bridges, water systems, and large-scale site development.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the full accounts payable cycle, including invoice processing, approvals, and payment execution
• Ensure timely and accurate payments to vendors, subcontractors, and service providers
• Maintain and strengthen vendor relationships by resolving discrepancies and payment issues efficiently
• Implement and monitor internal controls to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Review and approve high-value or complex invoices and payment batches
• Coordinate with procurement and project teams to validate contract terms, pricing, and payment schedules
• Reconcile vendor statements and ensure proper documentation and recordkeeping
• Support month-end and year-end close processes related to accounts payable
• Assist with audits by providing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries
• Identify opportunities to improve accounts payable processes, systems, and efficiencies
• Lead, train, and mentor accounts payable staff

Requirements

• Strong finance and accounting knowledge, including practical experience with accounts payable processes
• Ability to prepare, review, and post accurate journal entries within an ERP or accounting software
• Experience managing and processing expense reports with attention to policy compliance and proper coding
• Demonstrated analytical skills, including identifying discrepancies, interpreting financial data, and supporting reconciliations
• Relevant experience in accounts payable or general accounting; experience in infrastructure, construction, or project-based environments is beneficial
• Proficiency with spreadsheet tools (e.g., Excel) and common accounting software
• Strong organizational skills, reliability in meeting deadlines, and ability to work independently in a remote setting
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with vendors and internal teams
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred, or equivalent practical experience

Location

Houston, TX (Headquarters)