Accounts Payable Specialist

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Hood Construction Company, Inc

Accounts Payable Specialist

Columbia, SC
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Accounts Payable Specialist

    Location: Columbia, SC

    Company: Hood Construction

    Employment Type: Full-Time, In-Office

    About Hood Construction

    At Hood Construction, we value innovation, collaboration, and character. Our success is built on respectful communication, integrity, and a passion for quality work. We’re looking for team members who are solution-driven, team-focused , and committed to personal and professional growth.

    Job Summary

    We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Accounts Payable (A/P) Specialist to join our finance team in Columbia, SC. This position is responsible for managing all aspects of accounts payable, including invoice processing, reconciliations, vendor communication, expense tracking, and payment reporting.

    The ideal candidate is accurate, dependable, and efficient in a fast-paced environment—playing a key role in ensuring our company’s financial integrity through timely vendor payments and adherence to internal controls.

    Responsibilities

    • Process subcontractor pay applications and vendor invoices accurately and efficiently
    • Match purchase orders, packing slips, and invoices for approval (all electronically stored)
    • Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies promptly
    • Maintain organized, up-to-date records of all payables
    • Monitor accounts to ensure payments are current and resolve any past-due balances
    • Generate aging reports, payment summaries, and other A/P reports
    • Assist with month-end and year-end close procedures
    • Support employee expense reporting and ensure compliance with company policy
    • Collaborate with project and field teams to track job-related purchases and expenses
    • Identify opportunities to improve processes for greater accuracy and efficiency

    Qualifications

    • 5+ years of experience in accounting or accounts payable (construction accounting preferred but not required)
    • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
    • Solid understanding of basic accounting principles
    • Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills
    • Proficiency with accounting software (Vista experience is a plus)
    • Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment

    Work Schedule

    • Monday – Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
    • Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
    • This is a full-time, in-office position.

    Benefits

    Hood Construction is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

    • 401(k) with company match and profit sharing
    • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
    • Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
    • Supplemental insurance options through Colonial Life

    Join a company that values people as much as performance. If you’re ready to bring your accounting expertise to a collaborative, growth-oriented team, apply today and build your future with Hood Construction.