Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day payables operations for a Long-term Contract opportunity in Lakewood, California. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, comfortable working with financial documentation, and able to maintain accuracy in a fast-paced accounting environment. The selected candidate will help ensure expense activity, invoice processing, and payment-related records are reviewed carefully and handled efficiently while partnering with the accounts payable team.

Responsibilities:
• Process employee reimbursement submissions by verifying receipts, policy compliance, and completeness of supporting records.
• Examine corporate card transactions to confirm appropriate documentation is attached and expenses are assigned to the correct accounts.
• Support routine accounts payable workflows, including invoice handling, payment preparation, and other assigned daily tasks.
• Apply general ledger classifications accurately across invoices, expense reports, and related payable entries.
• Review financial paperwork for correctness, follow up on missing information, and maintain a high standard of data accuracy.
• Investigate payment or coding discrepancies and work with internal contacts to resolve outstanding issues promptly.
• Organize and maintain accounts payable files so documentation remains accessible, current, and audit-ready.
• Assist with additional AP assignments, including check runs and special projects directed by accounting leadership.• 1–2 years of experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support position.
• Practical understanding of invoice coding, GL account usage, and basic account classifications.
• Demonstrated ability to process financial transactions with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience reviewing receipts, invoices, and other supporting documents for completeness and compliance.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines consistently.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative accounts payable team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with standard accounting or accounts payable software.