Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist for a direct hire opportunity in Long Beach, CA within the aerospace and defense industry. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys working with invoices, purchase orders, vendor payments, and financial records in a structured, deadline-driven environment. The Accounts Payable Specialist will play an important role in keeping payment processes accurate, timely, and well organized. This position supports strong vendor relationships, helps prevent duplicate payments and late fees, and contributes to reliable cash flow management. Candidates who value teamwork, accuracy, supportive leadership, and opportunities to strengthen their accounting expertise will find this to be a strong career opportunity. Key Responsibilities Review invoices, purchase orders, and expense reports for accuracy, proper documentation, and approval. Process vendor payments in accordance with company procedures, payment terms, and internal controls. Track invoice due dates and ensure payments are issued on time to avoid delays, late fees, or vendor issues. Match invoices to purchase orders and receipts, researching and resolving discrepancies as needed. Maintain organized accounts payable records, supporting audit readiness and accurate financial reporting. Communicate professionally with vendors, internal departments, and purchasing teams regarding payment status and invoice questions. Compensation and Benefits Salary: $48,000 to $52,000 per year. Job Type: Direct Hire. Location: Long Beach, CA. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans The Know Your Rights poster is available here: The pay transparency policy is available here: For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne offers major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team. AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program at We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr AppleOne Employment Services