Accounts Payable Accountant

At Pacific Rubber & Packing in San Carlos, CA. accounting isn't just about processing transactions. It's about fueling growth, supporting operations, and creating the financial foundation that keeps a manufacturing business moving forward. We're looking for an Accounts Payable Accountant who thrives on accuracy, organization, and making an impact. If you're the kind of professional who loves balancing details while understanding the bigger financial picture, this is your opportunity. Why You'll Love This Role More than Accounts Payable. This role provides a unique opportunity to expand your accounting career beyond invoice processing and vendor payments. You'll gain hands-on exposure to: Customer invoicing and revenue processes Journal entries and general ledger accounting Month-end close activities Account reconciliations ERP systems and manufacturing accounting You’ll work directly with leadership, collaborate across departments, and develop skills that prepare you for future accounting growth. What You’ll Do: Own the Accounts Payable Process Manage the full lifecycle of vendor invoices and payments while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong vendor relationships. Support Customer Invoicing Partner with Operations and Customer Success teams to help ensure customer invoices are accurate, timely, and complete. Contribute to Financial Close Assist with monthly and year-end close activities, journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and general accounting projects. Make an Impact Help strengthen financial controls, improve processes, and contribute to special projects that drive business success. Who You Are You bring both precision and curiosity. Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field preferred 2-5 years of accounting experience Strong Accounts Payable background Experience with ERP or accounting systems Proficient in Microsoft Excel Knowledge of GAAP and general ledger accounting Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational abilities Manufacturing or distribution industry experience is a plus The Opportunity As PRP continues to grow, we're seeking accounting professionals who want more than a routine AP position. This is a chance to: Learn. Grow. Advance. Build broader accounting expertise, expand your responsibilities, and become a valued contributor within a collaborative Finance & Accounting team. Physical Requirements Frequently lift up to 25 lbs. Occasionally lift 25+ lbs. Ability to bend, stoop, twist, and work within a warehouse environment Ability to stand and move throughout the shift What We Offer This role offers competitive annual compensation aligned with experience and scope, including base salary typically ranging from $26.00 to $29.00 per hour. Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company matching 9 paid holidays plus paid time off Work-Life Balance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Relevant industry backgrounds may include advanced manufacturing, semiconductor equipment, data center infrastructure, medical devices, pharma/biopharma equipment, or life sciences instrumentation. Pacific Rubber & Packing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any protected characteristic under federal, California, or Oregon law. Applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation, in accordance with the ADA, FEHA, and Oregon law. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. Privacy Notice: We collect personal information (such as contact details, employment and education history, and other information provided during the application process) solely to evaluate candidates, conduct lawful background checks, and meet legal obligations. Information is handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws, including the CCPA/CPRA and Oregon Consumer Privacy Act. We do not sell or share your personal information. For details on categories of data collected, purposes, retention, and your rights (including access, correction, deletion, and limiting use of sensitive data), please review our full Applicant Privacy Notice at #J-18808-Ljbffr Pacific Rubber