CGP: Accounts Payable Specialist

Southern Orange County, CA Direct Hire Accounting Operations $70K to $74.88K 04/07/2026

Century Group is partnering with a client that is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Expected starting base salary of $70,000 to $75,000 per year.

• Obtain, review, and enter invoices; verify supporting documents; track contract‑related items and respond to status inquiries.
• Assist with lender reporting, prepare draw packages and variance summaries, and maintain compliance with required records.
• Enter, reconcile, and review accounts payable activity including vendor invoices, property receipts, and contract commitments.
• Support payment processing duties, maintain secure check receipts, create organized project files, and prepare documentation for internal systems.
• Assist teams across development, construction, acquisition, and asset management and support audits, tax packages, system upgrades, and special projects.

• A four‑year degree in business, accounting, economics, or construction management, or 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Working knowledge of contract management, project costs, vendor relations, and professional service coordination.
• Proficiency in Excel pivot tables and other office applications, with familiarity in Adobe and SharePoint.
• Clear written and verbal communication, professionalism, and ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail.
• Understanding of accounting concepts, including beginning cost and management accounting, with strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.

• Perform full‑cycle accounts payable review and contract‑related activity, maintaining accurate, detailed records.
• Participate in systems upgrades, conversions, and general support; experience with Quick Books and Real Page considered helpful.
• Prepare reconciliations, schedules, project files, and documentation for audits, tax support, and reporting needs.
• Analyze financial information, apply company policies, and assess risks in coordination with internal stakeholders.
• Work independently, prioritize tasks, travel as needed, and demonstrate effective reasoning, mathematical, and communication abilities.

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