Accounts Payable Specialist

The Bowers Group – A Legence Company Established in 1984, The Bowers Group is a trusted provider of mechanical construction, service, and repair solutions across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. With over three decades of experience, we serve a wide range of clients—from general contractors and technology-driven organizations to healthcare facilities, government agencies, and property managers. We deliver projects through a disciplined, collaborative approach focused on quality, cost control, and reliability.

Our process includes rigorous equipment selection, detailed reviews, and proactive subcontractor management- helping us anticipate risks, avoid delays, and ensure safe, compliant, and efficient results. Our success is built on a people-first culture of teamwork, accountability, and respect. By investing in our employees and fostering open communication, we create an environment that supports long-term relationships- with both our team and our clients.

The Bowers Group – A Legence Company Established in 1984, The Bowers Group is a trusted provider of mechanical construction, service, and repair solutions across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. With over three decades of experience, we serve a wide range of clients—from general contractors and technology-driven organizations to healthcare facilities, government agencies, and property managers. We deliver projects through a disciplined, collaborative approach focused on quality, cost control, and reliability.

Our process includes rigorous equipment selection, detailed reviews, and proactive subcontractor management- helping us anticipate risks, avoid delays, and ensure safe, compliant, and efficient results. Our success is built on a people-first culture of teamwork, accountability, and respect. By investing in our employees and fostering open communication, we create an environment that supports long-term relationships- with both our team and our clients.

Bowers is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support the Accounting/Finance team. The AP Specialist is responsible for full-cycle accounts payable in a fast-paced electrical construction environment. They ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices, subcontractor payments, and expense reports. The AP Specialist supports project-based job costing and financial accuracy across multiple projects. This person is accountable for high-volume invoice processing, vendor management, and payment execution.

The AP Specialist works closely with project managers, vendors, subcontractors, and internal finance teams.

• Client & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Partner with project managers and finance leadership to ensure accurate job cost allocation and approvals
  • Provide guidance on invoice coding, discrepancies, and payment processes
  • Act as a point of contact for vendor inquiries and issue resolution
• Operational Execution
  • Process high-volume vendor and subcontractor invoices (PO and non-PO)
  • Perform 2-way and 3-way matching (invoice, PO, receiving)
  • Verify invoice accuracy, pricing, approvals, and coding
  • Ensure proper assignment to jobs, cost codes, and GL accounts
  • Support job costing and project financial tracking
• Project & Cross-Functional Coordination
  • Work with project managers to resolve invoice discrepancies
  • Coordinate with vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams
  • Maintain documentation for subcontractor compliance (COIs, lien waivers)
• Documentation & Reporting
  • Maintain accurate vendor records, W-9s, and invoice documentation
  • Prepare and review AP aging reports and payment summaries
  • Reconcile AP subledger to general ledger
  • Support month-end close activities
• Process Improvement & Compliance
  • Follow company accounting policies and internal…