Accounts Payable Specialist - Temp to Hire Full-Time | On-Site | Whittier, CA A well-established and growing consumer products and services organization is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join its accounting team in Whittier, CA. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment, takes ownership of their work, and wants to join a collaborative company offering stability and opportunities for professional growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Process, review, and post accounts payable transactions and match invoices to purchase orders.
- Ensure accurate and timely vendor payments.
- Research and resolve invoice, pricing, and purchase order discrepancies.
- Communicate directly with vendors and partner closely with Purchasing and internal departments.
- Prepare weekly and monthly AP reports.
- Maintain accurate vendor records and ensure invoices are received and processed promptly.
- Assist with additional accounts payable and accounting responsibilities as needed.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of accounting experience, including at least 2 years of Accounts Payable experience.
- Experience working in a high-volume AP environment strongly preferred.
- Sage 100 and/or NetSuite experience highly preferred.
- Strong proficiency in Excel.
- Experience with purchase orders, invoice matching, vendor payments, and discrepancy resolution.
- Strong verbal communication skills with the confidence to follow up directly with vendors.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, accountable, and able to manage competing priorities.
- Self-starter with a positive attitude who works well both independently and as part of a team.
What They’re Looking For The ideal candidate is confident, dependable, organized, and persistent. This person should be comfortable communicating with vendors, resolving issues, meeting deadlines, and staying composed in a busy accounting environment.
Benefits once converted to permanent. The company offers competitive compensation, professional growth opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision
- 401(k)
- Paid vacation
- Paid holidays
- Life insurance
By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions.