Accounts Payable Specialist

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At Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc., we don't just build infrastructure — we build life-changing infrastructure. We are a privately owned, employee-owned (ESOP) civil contracting firm based in Jacksonville, FL.

We specialize in public works, water resources (including water and wastewater treatment plants), and site development, with expertise in underground utilities, roadway construction, and related civil infrastructure.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Accounting team at our Jacksonville headquarters. This position plays an important role in ensuring invoices and vendor payments are processed accurately, efficiently, and on time while supporting strong relationships with our vendors, subcontractors, project teams, and internal departments.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with accounts payable experience or an early-career professional with a strong accounting foundation who is ready to learn, take ownership, and grow within a construction organization.

• Maintain accurate vendor records and ensure required documentation is complete and current.
• Receive, enter, code, and track invoices for timely approval and payment.
• Apply the company's chart of accounts to ensure invoices and expenses are coded accurately.
• Process vendor and subcontractor invoices in accordance with established accounting procedures.
• Ensure payments are supported by required documentation and releases before funds are issued.

• Respond to vendor and subcontractor inquiries professionally and in a timely manner.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies, duplicate charges, missing documentation, and other payment issues.
• Review vendor accounts and identify and correct posting errors.
• Reconcile vendor statements to maintain accurate balances and timely payments.
• Capture available vendor discounts when applicable.
• Work closely with Project Managers, field leaders, vendors, subcontractors, and Accounting team members to resolve invoice and payment questions.
• Manage assigned AP inboxes and ensure invoices and supporting documentation are reviewed and processed promptly.
• Communicate clearly when additional information, approvals, or documentation are required.
• Maintain organized and accurate electronic and financial records.
• Support Accounting team initiatives focused on process improvement, efficiency, and automation.
• Learn and effectively utilize Petticoat-Schmitt's accounting and construction management systems.
• Identify opportunities to improve accuracy, organization, and efficiency within the accounts payable process.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned to support the Accounting team.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Coursework, continuing education, or a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Previous accounts payable, bookkeeping, accounting, or administrative finance experience preferred but not required.
• Construction accounting experience preferred but not required.
• Relevant internship, coursework, or other practical accounting experience will be considered.

• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial recordkeeping.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and timeliness.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with employees, vendors, subcontractors, and other…