Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable (AP) SpecialistPosition OverviewThe Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist is responsible for managing the full cycle of accounts payable processes, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, vendor payments, and expense reporting. This role plays a key part in maintaining strong vendor relationships and supporting month-end close activities.Key ResponsibilitiesProcess a high volume of vendor invoices, including PO and non-PO invoices, ensuring proper coding and approvalsReview, verify, and reconcile invoices and vendor statements to resolve discrepanciesPrepare and execute weekly payment runs (ACH, wires, and check payments)Maintain and update vendor records, including W-9s and payment detailsRespond to vendor and internal inquiries regarding payments and invoice status in a timely mannerPerform 3-way matching of purchase orders, invoices, and receipts (as applicable)Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals and reconciliationsMonitor AP inbox and ensure invoices are properly organized and trackedEnsure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and accounting standardsSupport audit requests and assist with 1099 reporting as needed Qualifications2–5 years of accounts payable experienceStrong understanding of AP processes, invoice coding, and payment cyclesExperience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Oracle, Great Plains, or similar)Proficiency in Microsoft ExcelExperience with 3-way matching and high-volume processing preferredIrvine, CA, USOn-SiteCPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) Vaco$ 24.00 - 26.00 hourly contract-to-hire