Accounts Payable Specialist

Clifton Larson Allen  (CLA) Search has been retained by N.A. Degerstrom to identify an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team.

With decades of expertise in heavy construction and civil engineering, N.A. Degerstrom, Inc. naturally evolved into the contract mining industry. Since the 1960s, the company has played a significant role in mineral extraction, producing millions of ounces of gold and other essential resources from billions of tons of ore. Known for its commitment to safety, efficiency, and innovation, N.A. Degerstrom delivers end‑to‑end mining solutions while maintaining a focus on cost‑effective project execution and environmental stewardship.

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for processing high‑volume, job‑costed invoices, maintaining vendor relationships, and facilitating timely payments. This role ensures accuracy, policy compliance, and effective accounts payable support for financial reporting activities.

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• Process accounts payable transactions, ensuring timely and accurate entry and payment of vendor invoices.
• Review invoices for appropriate approvals, supporting documentation, coding, and compliance with company procedures.
• Serve as a contact for vendor inquiries, resolving invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and W 9 documentation.
• Coordinate with project managers and operations staff to ensure proper invoice coding, job cost allocation, and tax compliance.
• Prepare and process payments, including ACH, paper checks, and virtual payables, in support of scheduled payment runs.
• Reconcile accounts payable monthly, including vendor statements and accrued expenses, to support accurate financial reporting.
• Identify opportunities to streamline AP processes and improve efficiency through standardization and automation.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and audit requirements.
• Operate in a hands‑on capacity, balancing daily transaction processing with timely follow‑up on invoices, approvals, and vendor questions.
• Provide reporting and support to the Accounting Manager related to cash flow, vendor activity, and AP status.

• 3+ years of accounts payable experience
• Construction industry experience required
• Familiarity with invoice processing, vendor payments, approvals, and basic account reconciliations
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills