Accounts Payable Specialist

looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Finance team. If you’re a detail-oriented payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys improving processes while supporting employees across a growing organization, this is an excellent opportunity to work alongside a talented and collaborative team.

About AKS Engineering & Forestry, LLC

• AKS, we are growing and building for the future.
• We bring together multidisciplined experts across the land development, energy, and infrastructure markets to take on bigger challenges and deliver solutions that make a real difference.
• Our teams combine creativity, technical excellence, and a collaborative, hands-on approach to solve complex problems and deliver results our clients and communities can count on.
• We take pride in our work and our ability to provide opportunities for our teams, support each other’s growth, and look ahead to what’s next.
• When you join AKS, you will find opportunities to take ownership of meaningful projects, learn, lead, and make an impact from day one.
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• At AKS, we believe your work should support your life, not the other way around. Here's what you can count on when you join our team:

Responsibilities

• play a key role in ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll operations while partnering with teams across the organization.
• Invoice processing: receive, review, code, and enter vendor invoices into accounting system ensuring accuracy and proper general ledger account allocation.
• Verify invoice details and supporting documentation, investigate billing discrepancies, and coordinate with vendors and internal teams to resolve outstanding issues.
• Assist with audit requests and meet month-end processing deadlines by maintaining accurate records and supporting documentation.
• Support employee expense report processing and review, coordinating with the subject matter experts to address questions, resolve discrepancies, and facilitate timely processing.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with vendors, employees, and internal stakeholders through responsive communications and dependable service.
• Effectively collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams including management, billing, facilities, IT, marketing, and company owners.
• Embrace automation, technology, and evolving systems to improve efficiency, streamline workflows, reduce manual tasks, and support consistent processing practices.
• Focus on client service: respond timely and professionally to inquiries and requests while maintaining a positive attitude for both internal and external clients.
• Assist with insurance, asset management, general office administration, electronic and paper filing, and other clerical duties as needed.
• Take ownership of assigned responsibilities, ensuring quality work is completed accurately and within established timeliness.
• Complete projects and special assignments as requested.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience working in an accounts payable or related accounting role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office/ 365, Excel, Word, and other applications.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Proactive approach to problem solving, with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a customer service mindset.
• Ability to collaborate with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to work in-person daily in a professional, fast-paced office environment.

Preferred

• Demonstrated strength in analysis, communication, reporting, and working with large amounts of data through financial software and Excel.
• Degree in accounting, business, or related field of study, a plus.
• Familiarity with A/E/C or similar professional service industries preferred.
• Experience with BST11, or similar project-specific ERP software, a plus.

Benefits

• Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance, we offer hands-on training, mentorship, and clear paths for professional development so you can grow with purpose.
• Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality.
• We value work-life balance and offer generous PTO and a supportive environment that helps you manage both personal and professional responsibilities.
• You’ll have access to health coverage that supports your total well-being, plus a 401(k) match, paid holidays, and more resources to help you thrive.
• Take a break and recharge with your teammates, we believe food brings people together.
• We invest in experiences that build strong teams and strong communities.
• We’ve been named one of the Top Workplaces year after year.
• Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions, celebrates initiative, and is committed to doing things the right way for our employees, clients, and communities.