Accounts Payable Manager

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All staffing agency inquiries must be directed exclusively to internal recruiter Matt Bachman at [email protected]. Direct contact from agencies to other employees is not permitted.

Frontier-Kemper, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking a Accounts Payable Manager to join our office in Evansville, IN.

About Frontier-Kemper

Excellence in Underground and Heavy Civil Construction

At Frontier-Kemper, we specialize in heavy civil construction and underground mine development. We are known for our expertise in the engineering and construction of deep shafts and tunnels of all sizes and complexity. Our FKC-Lake Shore division provides design/build/install services for innovative Hoisting and Vertical Conveyance Systems. Our goal is to be the industry’s best source, and best value, for complete turn-key construction, engineering and design-build services and related products.

Notable public and private sector clients include major transportation authorities in Los Angeles, New York, and Seattle; Gateway Development Commission; public works authorities in New York, Los Angeles, and Vancouver; Federal agencies; and mining clients for gold, copper, potash, salt, and coal.

Extraordinary Projects, Exceptional Performance

DESCRIPTION:

As a Accounts Payable Manager at Frontier-Kemper, you will have the opportunity to be responsible for leading and overseeing all accounts payable functions for a heavy civil construction organization. This role ensures timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, subcontractor payments, expense reports, and other financial obligations while maintaining compliance with company policies, contract requirements, and accounting standards. The Accounts Payable Manager collaborates closely with project teams, procurement, finance, and operations to support efficient cash management and strong vendor relationships.

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable department, including supervision and development of AP staff.

• Oversee the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, subcontractor pay applications, employee expense reports, and payment requests.

• Review and approve invoice coding, payment batches, and check runs to ensure compliance with company policies.

• Ensure proper matching of purchase orders, receiving documentation, contracts, and invoices.

• Monitor AP aging reports and work proactively to resolve outstanding issues and discrepancies.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.

• Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including account reconciliations and accruals.

• Ensure compliance with sales and use tax requirements, lien waiver requirements, and applicable accounting regulations.

• Collaborate with project managers and procurement teams to resolve invoice disputes and payment inquiries.

• Assist with audits by preparing supporting documentation and responding to auditor requests.

• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes, workflows, controls, and automation initiatives.

• Monitor cash flow requirements and coordinate payment schedules with finance leadership.

• Maintain and enforce internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial accuracy.

• Generate AP reports and provide management with key performance metrics and payment trends.

• Manage the company procurement card program.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

• 5+ years of accounts payable experience, including supervisory or management responsibilities.

• Experience managing high-volume AP operations, preferably in construction, engineering, or project-based industries.

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, accounts payable processes, internal controls, and job cost accounting.

• Proficiency with ERP systems (Workday, JD Edwards, Oracle, SAP, or similar) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail.

• Effective leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and drive process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

OUR MISSION

We build critical infrastructure that creates a better world.

OUR VISION

We strive to be the preeminent full-service civil, building, and specialty contractor by delivering innovative, transformative projects through world-class execution. We are committed to creating lasting value for our customers, upholding the highest standards of safety and integrity, generating exceptional financial results and shareholder value, and fostering a culture where our employees thrive.

Frontier-Kemper builds extraordinary projects, which need exceptional talent.  Join us, to help build the critical infrastructure that creates a better world.