AP/AR Accounting Specialist

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Industry: Construction

Compensation: $60,000-$65,000

Overview

A growing construction company is seeking an AP/AR Accounting Specialist to support both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting billing processes, and ensuring compliance with construction-specific requirements such as lien waivers and vendor documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Process high-volume accounts payable including invoice entry, coding, and vendor payments
• Manage accounts receivable functions including invoicing, cash applications, and collections follow-up
• Assist with 1099 preparation and reporting, including vendor setup and maintenance
• Support billing processes, including progress billing and documentation as needed
• Perform vendor data entry and maintenance, ensuring accuracy and completeness of records
• Communicate with vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams to resolve discrepancies
• Maintain organized records and documentation for audit and compliance purposes

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in AP/AR, accounting, or related role (construction industry experience preferred)
• Familiarity with lien waivers, subcontractor documentation, and 1099 reporting
• Strong data entry skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Why Join

• Growing construction company with long-term stability
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Exposure to full-cycle AP/AR within a project-based business
• Opportunity to expand accounting knowledge within the construction industry

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.