AP Junior Accountant

Job Title: Accounts Payable Accountant / Accounts Payable Specialist

Industry: Accounting / Finance

Location (City, State): Southern California

Compensation: $24 -$25 / Hr

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Work Schedule: Full-time | Onsite or Hybrid (based on business needs)

Addison Group is partnering with one of our clients to hire an Accounts Payable professional to support day-to-day accounting operations within a growing, multi-location organization. This role offers the opportunity to expand beyond transactional AP and gain exposure to general ledger activities.

The Accounts Payable Accountant will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting broader accounting functions. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with detailed data, values organized processes, and is eager to develop a well-rounded accounting skill set in a fast-paced environment.

• Manage high-volume, end-to-end accounts payable processing across multiple business units
• Maintain accurate vendor records, including setup documentation and tax-related forms
• Review invoice coding to ensure expenses are posted to the appropriate accounts
• Prepare payment runs, supporting documentation, and follow up on outstanding payments
• Monitor sales tax activity and maintain documentation for periodic reporting
• Ensure consistent handling of employee reimbursements and petty cash activity
• Investigate and resolve vendor questions and payment discrepancies
• Reconcile accounts payable balances and aging reports on a monthly basis
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities
• Prepare journal entries related to accruals, prepaid expenses, and reclassifications
• Support balance sheet reconciliations tied to accounts payable accounts
• Process journal entries for corporate credit card transactions
• Assist with audit preparation, with a focus on AP documentation and reconciliations

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 1–2 years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping, with a strong emphasis on accounts payable
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Foundational knowledge of general ledger accounting and close processes

• Exposure to both accounts payable and general ledger accounting
• Opportunity to build month-end close and audit experience
• Supportive, team-oriented accounting environment
• Role focused on accuracy, organization, and process improvement

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.