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Accounts Payable Specialist - Mechanical Construction in Saint Louis

Date Posted: 04 May 2026

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Job Description

Accounts Payable Specialist | Construction-Focused | High-Volume Environment

A well-established organization supporting multiple companies in the construction and engineering space is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join its accounting team.

This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing high-volume invoice processing in a fast-paced environment. You’ll play a key role in keeping financial operations running smoothly while working closely with vendors and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Review and process invoices, ensuring proper documentation, coding, and approvals
  • Assign invoices to correct cost centers and job codes
  • Prepare and process check runs and payment requests
  • Prioritize invoices based on payment terms and available discounts
  • Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies or past-due balances
  • Respond to vendor inquiries and maintain strong working relationships
  • Assist with month-end close and maintain accurate financial records
  • Ensure all files and documentation are organized and audit-ready

What You Bring:

  • 3–5 years of accounts payable experience (construction or job-cost environment strongly preferred)
  • Strong understanding of invoice processing, reconciliations, and vendor management
  • High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Comfortable working in a deadline-driven environment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
  • Experience with ERP/accounting systems (Vista or similar is a plus)
  • Strong communication skills and a team-oriented, ownership mindset

What’s Offered:

  • Base salary in the $50K–$60K range
  • Bonus potential + employee ownership structure (ESOP)
  • Full benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, etc.)
  • Stable, team-focused environment with long-term growth opportunity
  • Exposure to a multi-entity, construction-driven business

If you have a background in construction accounting and are looking to join a team that values expertise and dedication, we encourage you to apply.

Related Titles:

Accounts Payable Specialist, AP Specialist, Accounts Payable Clerk, AP Coordinator, Accounting Assistant, Accounting Specialist, Project Accountant, Construction Accounts Payable Specialist, Invoice Processing Specialist, Vendor Payables Coordinator

How to Apply:
Send your resume to anna.boyd@gogpac.com or apply directly to this posting.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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