Accounts Payable Specialist - Construction

We are partnering with a highly respected, family-owned commercial construction contractor with more than 75 years of success serving the Pacific Northwest to hire a Construction Accounts Payable Specialist.

Since its founding following World War II, the company has grown into a thriving organization of approximately 350 employees while maintaining the values, integrity, and entrepreneurial spirit that have fueled its long-term success.

Known for tackling complex projects and delivering exceptional customer service, the company has earned a reputation as one of the region's premier contractors. Leadership remains actively involved in the business, fostering a collaborative culture where employees are empowered to solve problems, contribute ideas, and make a meaningful impact.

This is an opportunity to join a financially strong, growing organization with a long-tenured workforce, strong employee retention, and a commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.

This position plays a critical role in supporting day-to-day accounting operations by ensuring the timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, subcontractor payments, expense reporting, and vendor compliance documentation. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a construction or project-based environment and enjoy collaborating with project managers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.

This is a full-time onsite position located in Portland, Oregon.

• Process high-volume vendor and subcontractor invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Review invoices for proper approvals, coding, supporting documentation, and compliance requirements
• Match purchase orders, receiving documents, and invoices as applicable
• Manage subcontractor compliance documentation including W-9s, certificates of insurance, and lien waivers
• Prepare weekly check runs, ACH payments, wire transfers, and vendor payments
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies
• Maintain accurate accounts payable records and vendor files
• Assist with month-end close activities including accruals and account reconciliations
• Respond to vendor inquiries and maintain positive vendor relationships
• Coordinate with project managers and operations teams regarding invoice approvals, job cost coding, and project-related expenses
• Assist with annual audits and special projects as needed
• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and efficiencies

• 3+ years of accounts payable experience
• Construction, mechanical contracting, sheet metal, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, engineering, or project-based industry experience preferred
• Experience processing high-volume invoices and vendor payments
• Understanding of job cost coding and construction accounting principles preferred
• Experience with subcontractor compliance, lien waivers, and vendor management preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software
• Experience with Viewpoint Vista, CMiC, Sage 300 CRE, Spectrum, Procore, or similar construction software is highly desirable
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Join a financially strong, family-owned organization with more than 75 years of success
• Stable company with approximately 350 employees and a reputation for long-term employee retention
• Support high-profile commercial construction projects throughout the Pacific Northwest
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture that empowers employees to solve problems and drive improvements
• Work alongside experienced construction, operations, and accounting professionals