Accounts Payable Specialist

ATMI PRECAST•Aurora, IL

29d•Onsite

About The Position

ATMI Precast is a 35-year old design-build precast construction manufacturer supporting complex structural projects across multiple markets. Our accounting team plays a critical role in keeping projects moving by ensuring vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers are paid accurately and on time. As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will own the day-to-day AP function in a fast-paced construction environment. You will work closely with Project Management, Purchasing, and Operations to manage high-volume invoices, job-cost coding, and compliance requirements that are specific to construction and precast manufacturing. If you are detail-driven, understand construction accounting, and are comfortable working in Sage, this role offers stability, ownership, and visibility across the organization. The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for processing vendor and subcontractor invoices, maintaining accurate job cost coding, managing payment cycles, and ensuring compliance with construction-specific requirements such as lien waivers and purchase orders. This role requires prior experience in construction accounting, hands-on experience using Sage accounting software, and a strong understanding of Sage Accounts Payable system functionality, including three-way matching and system upgrades.

Requirements

Accounts Payable experience in the construction industry
Hands-on experience with Sage accounting software (Sage 100, Sage 300, or similar)
Experience working with Sage Accounts Payable system upgrades, installations, or enhancements
Strong understanding of three-way match processes within Sage (PO / Invoice / Receiving)
Solid knowledge of construction job costing and cost codes
Experience processing subcontractor invoices and construction-related documentation
High attention to detail with strong organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing or precast concrete environments
Familiarity with lien waivers, retainage, and progress billing support
Experience working closely with Project Management teams
Exposure to audits or financial reporting support

Responsibilities

Process high-volume vendor and subcontractor invoices with accurate job, cost code, and phase coding
Perform three-way matching in Sage Accounting: Purchase Order (PO), Vendor Invoice, and Receiving Report (or Goods Receipt)
Match invoices to approved purchase orders, receiving documentation, and internal approvals
Enter, manage, and maintain invoices within Sage Accounts Payable in a construction accounting environment
Support or participate in Sage system upgrades, enhancements, or module implementations related to Accounts Payable
Assist with installation, configuration, or testing of Sage Accounts Payable features in coordination with accounting leadership or external vendors
Prepare and process weekly check runs and ACH payments
Review and manage lien waivers, W-9s, and vendor compliance documentation
Resolve invoice discrepancies by working directly with vendors, Project Managers, Purchasing, and internal teams
Maintain organized AP files and documentation for audit and record-keeping purposes
Reconcile vendor statements and follow up on outstanding issues
Assist with month-end close activities related to accounts payable
Support continuous improvement of AP processes, controls, and system workflows
Communicate professionally with vendors and internal stakeholders