Accounts Payable Logistics Clerk

Logistics Accounts Payable & Reconciliation Specialist Rate: $37.00 /hr. W2 Duration: 6+ month contract to (hire + multi-extension capability) Location: Santa Ana, CA - ONSITE Role Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Logistics Accounts Payable & Reconciliation Specialist to join our team. This role is a critical link between our supply chain operations and financial health. You will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of logistics-related financial data, managing vendor payables, and performing complex reconciliations across multiple departments and third-party logistics (3PL) providers. The ideal candidate possesses a mix of bookkeeping precision and a strong understanding of how goods move through a global supply chain. Key Responsibilities Reconciliation & Auditing: Reconcile and balance batch control totals against source documents or computer listings. Identify discrepancies, correct errors, and prepare necessary adjustments to maintain ledger integrity. Invoice Management: Audit logistics invoices and supporting documentation to ensure full compliance with company policies and vendor agreements. Vendor Payables: Manage and reconcile vendor payables across multiple departments, ensuring timely and accurate processing of payments. Financial Record Keeping: Perform essential bookkeeping tasks, including high-volume data entry and the maintenance of detailed records related to logistics costs. Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and analyze weekly and monthly pending reports to track outstanding payments and proactively resolve billing disputes. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with vendors, 3PL providers, and internal supply chain teams to ensure seamless payment processing and resolve operational bottlenecks. Month-End Support: Assist in month-end closing activities, including the resolution of open General Ledger (GL) items and the preparation of accruals. Process Improvement: Identify and report opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance the accuracy of our financial reporting. Qualifications & Skills Experience: 2+ years of experience in Accounts Payable, Logistics Coordination, or a similar financial data role. Software Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Excel for data analysis/VLOOKUPs/Pivot Tables). Systems Knowledge: Previous experience working within SAP, WMS (Warehouse Management Systems), or ERP platforms is strongly preferred. Domain Expertise: A solid understanding of logistics and/or supply chain operations (e.g., freight terms, bill of lading, 3PL billing structures). #J-18808-Ljbffr