Accounts Payable Clerk Irvine, CA

Accounts Payable Clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations for a team in Lake Forest, California. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and confident managing high-volume invoice activity. The person in this role will help maintain accurate payment records, ensure timely processing, and contribute to smooth accounts payable workflows.

Responsibilities:

• Review incoming invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper supporting documentation before processing
• Assign the correct accounting codes to invoices and enter payment details into the accounts payable system
• Manage invoice processing from receipt through approval and payment to help keep vendor accounts current
• Prepare and coordinate routine check runs while verifying payment amounts and due dates
• Reconcile invoice records and resolve discrepancies by working with internal departments and external vendors
• Maintain organized accounts payable files and ensure financial documentation is easy to retrieve for review
• Monitor outstanding payables and follow established procedures to support timely and accurate disbursements