Account Payable, Construction

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable, Construction to support our rapidly growing Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) business. This role serves as the primary finance liaison between the Accounting, Construction, Engineering, and Permitting teams to ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices supporting new network builds.

Essential Functions

• Process high-volume accounts payable invoices related to: Government franchise fees, Municipal and utility permitting, General contractor invoices, Construction damage claims, Engineering and construction vendors supporting new fiber network builds
• Serve as the primary liaison between Finance, Construction, Engineering, Permitting, and external vendors. Review invoices for accuracy, coding, approvals, and compliance with company policies.
• Clock with invoices for payment issues. Coordinate with project managers and construction teams to resolve invoice discrepancies and payment issues.
• Ensure invoices are processed timely to support ongoing construction schedules and maintain positive vendor relationships.
• Monitor permit-related expenditures and franchise fee payments for multiple municipalities.
• Aid with vendor onboarding, W-9 collection, insurance documentation, and vendor maintenance.
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate outstanding balances.
• Support month-end close deadlines.
• Aid in proper project coding for capitalization in accordance with company policy and GAAP.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and strengthen internal controls.
• Maintain organized electronic documentation supporting AP transactions.

Qualifications

• Experience and Education: Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant accounts payable experience, plus 3+ years of Accounts Payable experience, preferably in construction, telecommunications, utilities, or infrastructure.
• Experience processing high-volume invoices in a fast-paced environment. Strong understanding of purchase orders, invoice matching, vendor management, and payment processing.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work across multiple departments. Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the FTTH, telecommunications, broadband, or utility industry is a strong plus.
• NetSuite ERP experience is highly preferred (major plus).
• Experience supporting construction accounting or capital projects.
• Familiarity with government permitting processes and construction-related invoicing.
• Understanding of GAAP capitalization principles related to construction projects.

Total Rewards

• Competitive compensation package
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and other generous benefit programs
• Tuition reimbursement