Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a construction-focused organization in Dallas, Texas on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent role. This position supports high-volume invoice processing and payment activities across multiple entities, requiring strong accuracy, follow-through, and organization. The ideal candidate brings solid accounts payable experience, works well under deadlines, and communicates effectively with internal teams and vendors.

Responsibilities:
• Manage a large volume of vendor invoices by reviewing documentation, assigning the correct coding, and entering transactions accurately into the accounting system.
• Verify invoices against purchase orders and receipts using both two-way and three-way matching procedures to ensure proper approval and payment.
• Reconcile supplier statements, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding issues to maintain accurate account balances.
• Coordinate with approvers to move invoices through the workflow promptly so payments are completed within established timelines.
• Upload and maintain invoice backup and related records in the system to support audit readiness and documentation standards.
• Record vendor payment activity, including pay files, and confirm transactions are posted correctly within the accounting platform.
• Oversee shared accounts payable inbox activity for multiple entities, responding to requests and routing items to the appropriate parties.
• Contribute to additional accounting and administrative tasks as needed to support departmental priorities and deadlines.• 3 to 5 years of experience in accounts payable, with a strong understanding of invoice entry, payment processing, and account coding.
• Working knowledge of two-way and three-way matching, purchase orders, and standard accounts payable controls.
• High level of accuracy in data entry, with the ability to manage detailed work in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with basic accounting practices, including invoice handling and recording vendor payments.
• Experience using Deltek Costpoint is strongly preferred, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Exposure to foreign currency transactions is preferred.
• Construction industry experience is preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills, with the ability to meet strict deadlines.