Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

Location:

Montebello, CA

Pay: $26.00 - $30.00 per hour DOE

Position Type:
Contract-to-Hire

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support a busy accounting department in Montebello. The ideal candidate will have strong invoice processing experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume environment.

• Process and verify vendor invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper approvals
• Perform 2-way and 3-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documentation
• Code invoices to the appropriate general ledger accounts and cost centers
• Research and resolve vendor inquiries, payment discrepancies, and invoice exceptions
• Reconcile vendor statements and assist with month-end AP reconciliations
• Prepare ACH, wire, and check payment batches for approval and processing
• Maintain vendor files, including W-9s, tax documentation, and payment information
• Monitor AP aging and assist with ensuring timely payment of outstanding obligations
• Support credit card and employee expense reimbursement processing
• Collaborate with purchasing, receiving, and accounting teams to resolve issues and improve workflow efficiency

• 3+ years of Accounts Payable experience in a high-volume environment
• Strong understanding of invoice processing, AP reconciliations, and payment procedures
• Experience with 2-way and 3-way matching preferred
• Knowledge of general ledger coding and account allocations
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including sorting, filtering, and formulas
• ERP or accounting software experience required
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and prioritize workload
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-service-oriented approach

$26.00 to $30.00 per hour

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Additional voluntary benefits
• EAP program
• Commuter benefits
• 401K plan
• Paid Sick Leave
• Holiday pay

Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance