Sage Accounts Payable Specialist

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For moreInformation, Please Seehttps://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13322391ATMI Precast is a 35-year old design-build precast constructionmanufacturer supporting complex structural projects across multiplemarkets. Our accounting team plays a critical role in keeping projectsmoving by ensuring vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers are paidaccurately and on time.As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will own the day-to-day APfunction in a fast-paced construction environment. You will work closelywith Project Management, Purchasing, and Operations to managehigh-volume invoices, job-cost coding, and compliance requirements thatare specific to construction and precast manufacturing.If you are detail-driven, understand construction accounting, and arecomfortable working in Sage, this role offers stability, ownership, andvisibility across the organization.**Summary**The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for processing vendor andsubcontractor invoices, maintaining accurate job cost coding, managingpayment cycles, and ensuring compliance with construction-specificrequirements such as lien waivers and purchase orders. This rolerequires prior experience in construction accounting, hands-onexperience using Sage accounting software, and a strong understanding ofSage Accounts Payable system functionality, including three-way matchingand system upgrades.**Responsibilities** Process high-volume vendor and subcontractor invoices with accuratejob, 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 ina construction accounting environment Support or participate in Sage system upgrades, enhancements, ormodule implementations related to Accounts Payable Assist with installation, configuration, or testing of Sage AccountsPayable features in coordination with accounting leadership orexternal vendors Prepare and process weekly check runs and ACH payments Review and manage lien waivers, W-9s, and vendor compliancedocumentation Resolve invoice discrepancies by working directly with vendors,Project Managers, Purchasing, and internal teams Maintain organized AP files and documentation for audit andrecord-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 systemworkflows Communicate professionally with vendors and internal stakeholders**Requirements**::: {bind="html: Job.Requirements"} Accounts Payable experience in the construction industry Hands-on experience with Sage accounting software (Sage 100, Sage300, 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 andconstruction-related documentation High attention to detail with strong organizational skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-drivenenvironment Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset**Environment and Physical Requirements** Primarily office-based with standard working hours Occasional overtime during billing cycles or reporting deadlines**Preferred Qualifications** Experience in manu facturing or precast concrete environments Familiarity with lien waivers, retainage, and progress billingsupport Experience working closely with Project Management teams Exposure to audits or financial reporting support:::