Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Accounts Payable Specialist

• Part-Time to Full-Time | Contract-to-Hire
  Located in Riverside
  Paying: $27-30/hour, based on experience
  Manufacturing and Epicor experience plus

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support a growing accounting team in a hands-on, high-volume environment. This role is ideal for someone who can independently manage full-cycle AP processes, troubleshoot issues efficiently, and contribute to process improvements with minimal supervision.

The position will begin on a part-time schedule, working approximately 3-4 days per week at 8 hours per day. During month-end close periods, the schedule will increase to 5 days per week. This opportunity is expected to transition into a full-time, contract-to-hire position over time.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle full-cycle accounts payable processing including invoice entry, coding, matching, approvals, and payment processing
• Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers
• Reconcile AP subledger activity to the general ledger and assist with month-end close tasks
• Investigate and resolve vendor discrepancies, payment issues, and account inquiries in a timely manner
• Maintain compliance with internal controls, company procedures, and audit requirements
• Assist with improving AP workflows, documentation, and operational efficiencies
• Collaborate with accounting, purchasing, and operations teams to support daily business functions
• Support audit requests and reporting as needed

Qualifications

• 5+ years of recent accounts payable experience in a senior-level or lead capacity
• Strong understanding of full-cycle AP processes and internal controls
• Experience with ERP systems; Epicor experience highly preferred
• Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis functions
• Ability to manage priorities independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and communication abilities
• Manufacturing or aerospace industry experience preferred

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced AP professional seeking long-term stability, flexibility, and the potential to transition into a permanent full-time role.

Pay Details: $27.00 to $30.00 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

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