Accounts Payable Manager (Construction)
About The Position
Skanska is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to support its Civil division, based in Queens, New York. The role leads a high-volume accounts payable operation within a complex, project-based construction environment. It oversees day-to-day AP operations, team leadership, internal controls, process improvement, and the effective use of ERP, ECM, and automated workflow technologies. The successful candidate is a hands-on people leader, accounts payable subject matter expert, and technology-minded process owner. The role works closely with Finance, project teams, Procurement, Contracts, IT, and vendors to improve efficiency, resolve exceptions, strengthen controls, and continuously improve AP processes. The broader goal is to manage current operations while helping build a more standardized, automated, and scalable AP organization.
Requirements
- 7+ years of progressive accounts payable or financial operations experience.
- 3+ years of accounts payable management or supervisory experience.
- Strong knowledge of end-to-end accounts payable processes and internal controls.
- Experience working with ERP and electronic invoice/document workflow systems.
- Proven ability to lead and develop teams in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Strong Excel, analytical, problem-solving, and process-improvement skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or equivalent relevant experience.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with JD Edwards or a comparable ERP.
- Experience in construction or another complex, project-based environment.
- Experience with ECM, invoice imaging, workflow automation, or RPA.
Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day operations for a high-volume accounts payable function in a project-based construction environment.
- Lead and develop the accounts payable team.
- Maintain and strengthen internal controls.
- Improve accounts payable processes and operational efficiency.
- Use ERP, ECM, and automated workflow technologies effectively.
- Work with Finance, project teams, Procurement, Contracts, IT, and vendors to resolve exceptions and improve processes.
- Help build a more standardized, automated, and scalable accounts payable organization.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- Competitive base salary.
- Bonus program.
- 401(k).
- Employee ownership program.
- Support for career growth and development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
