Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

Aston Carter

. Process vendor invoices and payment disbursements, verifying purchase orders, vendor information, taxes, discounts, and coding .

Posted 10/10/2026contractRemote • California • United StatesSenior💰 $28 - $32 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in accounts payable within the construction industry, particularly with lien waivers and payment processing. Proficient in Excel and capable of collaborating effectively with project, purchasing, and accounting teams to resolve discrepancies and improve processes.

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Construction Accounts Payable ExperienceLien Waiver ManagementExcel ProficiencyLead-Level OversightAP Automation Support

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Hard Skills

Vendor Invoice ProcessingPayment Disbursement VerificationCost ValidationDocumentation TrackingReconciliation of Vendor StatementsIssue ResolutionFinancial Record MaintenancePurchase Order ManagementPayment Discrepancy InvestigationAP Process Improvement

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsAbility to Work IndependentlyTeam CollaborationWillingness to Learn

Tools & Technologies

Document Management SystemsWorkflow SystemsConstruction-Focused Systems

Industry Keywords

Lien WaiverConstruction IndustryAccounts PayableVendor ManagementSubcontractor Invoices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process vendor invoices and payment disbursements, verifying purchase orders, vendor information, taxes, discounts, and coding
Review subcontractor invoices against purchase orders and contracts, validating costs, retainage, and payment terms
Manage the full lien waiver and lien release process, including requesting, tracking, reviewing, and collecting documentation
Serve as the primary point of contact for lien waiver administration
Follow up with vendors, resolve documentation issues, and ensure timely payment processing
Reconcile vendor statements and investigate outstanding balances, missing invoices, payment discrepancies, and account issues
Research and resolve complex payment delays by tracing invoices, approvals, purchase orders, and supporting documentation
Partner with Project Managers, Purchasing, and Accounting teams to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate financial records
Use document management and workflow systems to route invoices and supporting documentation for review and approval
Support AP automation and process improvement initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have construction/extensive lien waiver experience
2+ years of senior- or lead-level accounts payable experience
2+ years of extensive experience in a construction-specific accounts payable environment and working with lien waivers
2+ years of intermediate-level experience with Excel
Experience with construction-focused systems
Prior lead-level experience providing direct oversight of accounts payable processes and complex issue resolution
Ability to work independently and collaborate within a high-paced team environment
Willingness to learn, grow, and take on new challenges
Strong communication skills for partnering with project, purchasing, and accounting teams and liaising with vendors and subcontractors
Interest in supporting and adopting AP automation and process improvement initiatives
Ability to work within a standard 40-hour work week
Location near Sacramento, California, USA is specified; fully remote work is offered

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
401(k) Retirement Plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Fully remote work option
Flexible start and end times within a standard 40-hour work week
Growth opportunities
AP automation and process improvement opportunities