Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for a diverse Accounts Payable Specialist to join a growing construction company located in Las Vegas, Nevada. This is a contract-to-permanent opportunity. In this role, the Accounts Payable Specialist will handle full cycle Accounts Payable processing, ensuring compliance with industry-specific processes, and support the payroll team. You will also provide payroll support during peak times, helping to maintain smooth operations across departments. This position is ideal for someone with a detail-oriented approach and experience in project-based accounting. The ideal Accounts Payable Specialist must have a construction industry background; Certified Payroll experience is a huge plus and highly preferred.

Responsibilities for the Accounts Payable Specialist :

• Process vendor invoices with accuracy, coding them appropriately to reflect labor, materials, and equipment costs (300+ invoices weekly).
• Ensure compliance with construction industry standards by verifying lien waivers, retainage documents, and certificates of insurance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with over 100 vendors and subcontractors, addressing payment inquiries and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Utilize Computer Ease accounting software to manage accounts payable data, track project-specific costs, and monitor budgets effectively.
• Reconcile vendor statements regularly, addressing outstanding items to keep accounts current and accurate.
• Maintain organized records, both electronic and paper-based, to ensure audit readiness and compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate closely with project managers and the accounting team to review cost allocations and monitor project performance.
• Support payroll operations as needed, stepping in during peak times or when the payroll specialist is unavailable.
• Perform detailed reviews of accounts payable to ensure alignment with the general ledger and overall financial accuracy.

Requirements :

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract / temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract / temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan.