Accounts Payable Specialist Location: Pico Rivera, CA Pay: $25–$27/hour Schedule: Fully Onsite Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire Industry: Manufacturing We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist with a background in manufacturing to join our accounting team in Pico Rivera. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for someone with strong full-cycle AP experience who is comfortable processing high-volume invoices, managing vendor payments, performing reconciliations, and supporting month-end close activities.
Key Responsibilities
Invoice Processing
- Review, verify, and process vendor invoices for accuracy, including amounts, vendor information, purchase order matching, and GL coding.
- Enter invoices and vouchers into the accounts payable system in a timely and accurate manner.
- Research and resolve invoice discrepancies by working with purchasing, receiving, and vendors.
- Process credit memos, debit adjustments, and vendor returns as needed.
Payment Processing
- Prepare and process vendor payments according to payment terms and scheduled payment runs.
- Execute check runs, ACH payments, wire transfers, and P-Card transactions.
- Maintain accurate vendor records, including banking information and payment preferences.
- Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status and discrepancies.
Reconciliation & Reporting
- Reconcile vendor statements against AP records and resolve outstanding balances.
- Assist with month-end closing activities, including accruals, account reconciliations, and AP aging reports.
- Prepare accounts payable reports as requested by management.
- Provide supporting documentation for internal and external audits.
Qualifications
- Previous Accounts Payable experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of invoice processing, purchase orders, and three-way matching.
- Experience processing high-volume invoices and vendor payments.
- Knowledge of ACH, wire transfers, check runs, and vendor reconciliations.
- Familiarity with ERP or accounting systems; NDS experience is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general accounting practices.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
Pay Details: $25.00 to $27.00 per hour
Search managed by: Allison Lau
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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