Accounts Payable Clerk
Location: Torrance, CA (100% Onsite) Compensation: $25-$30/hour Industry: Freight Forwarding & Logistics
About the Company:
Join a well-established international logistics and freight forwarding organization with a global network spanning over 100 major cities worldwide. With operations throughout North America, Asia, and Europe, the company provides comprehensive transportation and supply chain solutions to a diverse customer base. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable organization with a collaborative team environment and growth potential within the accounting department.
Position Overview:
The Accounts Payable Clerk will play a key role in supporting the accounting function by processing a high volume of vendor invoices, ensuring timely and accurate payments, and maintaining strong vendor relationships. This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Process and code approximately 500+ vendor invoices per month.
- Review invoices for accuracy, approvals, and proper documentation.
- Match invoices to purchase orders and supporting documentation when applicable.
- Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers.
- Reconcile vendor statements and research invoice discrepancies.
- Communicate with vendors regarding payment status and account inquiries.
- Maintain accurate vendor records and AP files.
- Assist with month-end close activities, including account reconciliations.
- Support audit requests and documentation preparation.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with operations and management teams.
- Assist with process improvements and the company's transition to CargoWise.
Qualifications
- 2+ years of Accounts Payable experience preferred.
- Experience handling high-volume invoice processing.
- Freight forwarding, logistics, transportation, or supply chain industry experience is a plus.
- CargoWise experience is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Self-starter with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
For confidential consideration, please email your Robert Half recruiter. If you're not currently working with anyone at Robert Half, please click "Apply" or call (562) 800-3913 and ask for Preston Doran. Please reference job order number 00460-0013536328 and email resume to Preston.Doran@RobertHalf.c0m