Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist – Garcia Construction

Job Type: Full Time, Onsite

Location: St. Louis, MO (South City)

Salary Range: $45,000 - $55,000 / year

The Garcia Family of Companies is a locally‑owned group of businesses dedicated to serving our St. Louis community. Our companies represent various industries including real estate, construction, insurance, mortgages, restaurants, and more. In 20 years, we have grown from a family working together into a family of businesses committed to making a positive impact, one project, building, and client at a time.

Our team is passionate about building strong communities, enhancing dining and social experiences, and providing exceptional service to our clients.

Garcia Construction is seeking to add an AP Specialist to our growing team. Our small but mighty accounting team works in a “shared services” capacity supporting all the companies in our organization. In this role, you’ll focus primarily on our restaurant and hospitality companies, and there are opportunities to assist with the real estate and property management companies as well. You’ll handle day‑to‑day accounting tasks including accounts payable, daily transaction monitoring, credit card reconciliations and record maintenance, month‑end entries, periodic insurance and tax audits, and other accounting projects.

If you’re a detail‑driven accounting professional who wants to contribute meaningfully, grow alongside a supportive team, and be part of a company rooted in community, you’ll fit right in here.

• Prepare for and process accounts payable, including check runs and ACH payments
• Perform credit card reconciliations
• Scan, attach, and file all documents and imaging for payable invoices and receipts
• Research and resolve transaction coding issues, payment inquiries, and vendor discrepancies
• Build open communication with team members and elevate issues when necessary
• Maintain financial records, certificates of insurance, and W-9s for vendor compliance
• Participate in internal and external audits as necessary
• Work with the Controller on special projects

• Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred
• 4+ years of accounting or bookkeeping experience (cost accounting experience is a plus)
• Proficient in double entry bookkeeping and intercompany transactions
• Strong understanding of GAAP, debits and credits, and general accounting principles
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite with strong understanding of Excel
• Experienced in accounting software (e.g., Quick Books, Sage, Yardi, App Folio)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays