Accounts Payable Specialist

Career Opportunities with Kent Companies

The Accounts Payable Specialist receives, processes, and verifies invoices from vendors and subcontractors. This position will be the main point of contact for both outside vendors and internal personnel. The accounts payable clerk is a full‑time, in‑office position requiring strong, accurate data entry skills.

• Accurately review, code, and enter vendor and subcontractor invoices into the accounting software.
• Verify that vendor accounts are accurate and up to date by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.
• Process weekly payments to vendors and subcontractors.
• Assist in reviewing corporate credit card purchases to ensure expenses align with company policy and procedures.
• Maintain vendor accounts to ensure the accuracy of information and obtain necessary compliance documents regarding federal tax  and insurance requirements.
• Verify sales and use tax computations and requirements.
• Communicate with vendors and project managers to resolve invoice discrepancies and questions.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties and Responsibilities are not comprehensive and can be changed at any time, with or without notice.

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required
• 2+ years of accounts payable experience
• Competency in Microsoft applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Must have reliable transportation to the workplace(s)/ job location(s).
• Ability to pass drug screening.
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.

Associate degree in accounting or finance is preferred. Experience with vendor invoices and job costing is preferred. Experience working for a construction company is preferred.

Kent Companies provides its employees with one of the most competitive compensation and benefits packages in the construction industry. Benefits vary by location, with a fully customized benefits package presented upon hire. Typical benefits packages include:

• Weekly pay
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plans with discretionary employer‑matching
• Holiday pay (New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day)

Our goal is to offer an unparalleled career progression that is not precisely pre‑determined; rather, it builds on the teammate’s strengths, interests, and pursuits as the individual gains experience, grows, and develops in their career. You would be hard‑pressed to find another ENR Top 6 Commercial Concrete Company that parallels Kent Companies.

This position works in an office environment.

• Position Type:
  Full-time office position.
• Travel:
  Minimal overnight travel is required.
• Work Schedule:
  
  Typical hours will range from 40-45 hours per week and are subject to change.

130 60th Street SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548

Kent Companies is a full-service concrete contractor with expertise in commercial and industrial concrete construction, mixed‑use construction, multi‑family housing, and a full range of concrete‑related specialties. Every Kent Companies project is marked by our Four Hallmarks:
Safety, Productivity, Quality, and Customer Service. We believe in providing challenging work, opportunities for professional development, and industry-leading compensation packages. And it’s all wrapped in a culture built on values and integrity. We deliver on our promises.

At Kent Companies, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce, and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Kent Companies does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status,…