Description We are seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist in Huntersville, NC. The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting knowledge, pay close attention to detail, and demonstrate the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. This role is crucial to maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely payments, and adhering to company and industry standards. This position offers a short term contract employment opportunity. Construction experience is a must. Responsibilities: + Process high volumes of invoices with accuracy, aligning them to purchase orders, contracts, and other supporting documentation, especially within the construction landscape. + Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to invoices, purchase orders, and vendor statements. + Ensure compliance with construction-specific billing requirements (e.g., AIA forms, lien releases, retainage). + Reconcile accounts payable sub-ledger with the general ledger on a monthly basis. + Coordinate payment schedules and releases, ensuring vendors and subcontractors are paid accurately and on time. + Collaborate with project managers to process job-cost-specific invoices and allocations. + Maintain accurate records for audits, including construction project documentation and compliance requirements. + Support month-end and year-end closing processes, including accruals and reporting. + Build and maintain positive relationships with vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams. Requirements + Minimum 3–5 years of accounts payable experience, with at least 2 years in the construction industry. + Familiarity with construction billing practices such as AIA billing forms, retainage, and lien waivers (preferred). + Experience with accounting software, especially systems commonly used in construction (e.g., Sage 300 CRE, Procore, or QuickBooks for Construction). + Proficiency in Excel, including the use of advanced functions like VLOOKUPs and pivot tables. + Strong understanding of general ledger and job costing principles. + Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work under strict deadlines. + Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .