Accounts Payable Specialist/Manager - Join a Thriving Construction Firm in Berlin, Connecticut

Are you a seasoned Accounts Payable (AP) professional with deep roots in the construction sector? Robert Half is excited to partner with a prestigious, 100% employee-owned construction company (ESOP) in Berlin, Connecticut, seeking a dynamic Accounts Payable Specialist/Manager. This pivotal role offers not just a job, but a career path filled with stability, comprehensive benefits, and genuine advancement opportunities in one of the most reliable industries. If you excel in full-cycle AP management and have hands-on experience with construction accounting like job costing, this position is your next step toward professional fulfillment.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Controller and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), you'll be at the heart of the company's financial operations. This hybrid Specialist/Manager position demands expertise in overseeing end-to-end accounts payable workflows while diving into specialized construction accounting tasks. Located in Berlin, CT, this full-time role is perfect for professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments where accuracy meets innovation. With the construction industry's consistent demand, especially in Connecticut's booming infrastructure projects, you'll contribute to projects that shape communities while advancing your expertise in job costing, expense allocation, and vendor relations.

Our client, a well-established leader in construction, values employee ownership through its ESOP structure, ensuring you're invested in the company's long-term success. This isn't just employment—it's partnership in growth, with opportunities to influence financial strategies and climb the ladder in a supportive culture.

Key Responsibilities

As Accounts Payable Specialist/Manager, your days will be filled with high-impact tasks that keep the financial engine running smoothly:

• Lead full-cycle accounts payable processing, from invoice receipt and verification to vendor management, approvals, and precise payment scheduling.
• Provide critical support for construction-specific accounting, including detailed job costing, real-time expense tracking, and comprehensive project accounting to ensure profitability on every build.
• Uphold strict compliance with all financial controls, company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards to mitigate risks and safeguard assets.
• Collaborate seamlessly with internal teams—such as project managers, procurement, and operations—to deliver timely, accurate financial reporting and insights.
• Partner with the Controller on month-end account reconciliations, audit preparations, financial analysis, and ad-hoc projects that drive business intelligence.

These responsibilities demand a proactive mindset, where you'll leverage your construction industry knowledge to optimize processes and contribute to operational excellence.

Required Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you'll bring a robust skill set tailored to construction finance:

• Mandatory prior experience in the construction industry, with a keen understanding of its unique financial dynamics.
• Demonstrated success in managing full-cycle accounts payable operations, handling high-volume invoices with zero errors.
• Familiarity with construction accounting principles, particularly job costing, work-in-progress tracking, and change order processing (highly preferred).
• Superior organizational abilities and meticulous attention to detail to manage complex vendor portfolios and deadlines.
• Strong proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, Viewpoint) and the Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Excellent communication skills for cross-departmental collaboration and a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is advantageous.

Ideal candidates are adaptable team players passionate about construction and ready to grow in an ESOP environment.

Why Join Us?

Choosing this role means joining a stable, reputable construction powerhouse committed to employee success:

• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): Build wealth as a true owner in a thriving company.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Top-tier health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.
• Career Advancement: Clear paths for promotion in a growing firm with ongoing training.
• Work-Life Balance: Stable hours in a supportive, collaborative culture in beautiful Berlin, CT.
• Industry Leadership: Contribute to impactful projects while enjoying job security in construction.

Robert Half places you at top employers like this one. Competitive salary around $65,000, based on experience. Apply now or email your resume to Kelsey Ryan at Kelsey.Ryan@roberthalf.com. Don't miss this chance to elevate your AP career in construction accounting!