Accounting Specialist

Accounting Specialist Location: City of Industry Pay Rate: $24-27/hour Assignment Length: Temporary role, approximately 3 months with possibility of extension Position Overview The AP/AR Specialist will support day-to-day accounting operations by managing both payables and receivables activities. This role requires hands-on experience with invoice processing, payment application, reconciliations, and vendor and customer communications in a fast-paced environment. Primary Responsibilities Accounts Payable Execute full payment cycles, including check runs and electronic payments. Review and process invoices using three-way matching and proper expense coding. Enter invoices into the ERP system and maintain accurate vendor profiles. Research and resolve invoice discrepancies related to pricing or quantities. Process ACH, wire transfers, and corporate credit card statements. Assist with tax-related payments and special check requests. Support month-end close activities, including GRNI and intercompany reconciliations. Prepare credit memos related to returns and vendor adjustments. Submit daily positive pay files to the bank. Accounts Receivable Apply customer payments and ensure account balances are accurate. Review aging reports and follow up on past-due balances. Research and resolve short payments or unapplied cash items. Generate and distribute customer invoices. Assist with collection efforts while maintaining detailed AR records. Communicate professionally with customers regarding billing questions. Prepare journal entries for accruals, prepaid expenses, and unrecorded liabilities. Qualifications Previous hands-on experience in both accounts payable and accounts receivable. Experience working within an ERP system; exposure to large or complex systems is preferred. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills. Highly preferred: Experience working with Purchase Price Variance (PPV). Pay Details: $24.00 to $27.00 per hour Search managed by: Allison Lau Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. 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 To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to 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 Massachusetts Candidates Only: 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. Ref: US_EN_27_814369_3110705