Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Accounts Payable Specialist (Contract-to-Hire)

Location: Gardena, CA (Onsite) Pay Rate: $25-$29 per hour Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Position Overview

We are partnering with a growing retail organization to hire an Accounts Payable Specialist on a contract-to-hire basis. This role supports a high-volume AP environment and is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative office setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Process a high volume of vendor invoices (approximately 300-500 per week ) with accuracy and efficiency
• Perform three-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documents
• Review and reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Monitor automated invoice queues and manually process exceptions as needed
• Communicate with vendors and internal teams regarding invoice status and payment issues
• Support account reconciliations and assist with month-end AP close activities
• Collaborate with retail locations and internal departments to resolve billing questions
• Maintain organized and accurate AP documentation
• Use Excel for basic reporting and data analysis
• Assist with ongoing improvements and automation initiatives within the AP function

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounts payable experience in a high-volume environment
• Hands-on experience with three-way matching and account reconciliations
• Basic to intermediate Excel skills (including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables)
• Experience working within an ERP system (retail or distribution systems a plus)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
• Comfortable working fully onsite in a corporate office environment
• Degree not required

Work Environment & Culture

• Fast-paced, team-oriented accounting department
• Collaborative and approachable leadership style
• Emphasis on teamwork, accountability, and continuous learning
• Opportunity to gain exposure to process automation and system enhancements

Pay Details: $25.00 to $29.00 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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