Accounts Payable Clerk - Logistics

Job Description

Job Description

CLIENT HIGHLIGHT

The client you will be working for is a Top 20 Fortune Global 500 Consumer Electronics and Technology Company. This opportunity will give you experience in the technology sector in the United States with a company that is a globally recognized leader in smartphones, televisions, home appliances, and semiconductor innovation — and one of the most well-known brands in the world.

LOCATION

Santa Ana, CA 92701

COMPENSATION

$36 per hour 

SCHEDULE

On-site 

Monday-Friday (40 hrs per week) 

CONTRACT TERM

6-month contract with high likelihood of extension/conversion to full time employee

POSITION OVERVIEW – Accounts Payable Clerk - Logistics

The main function of a logistics specialist is to coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials within or between departments of an establishment according to production schedule. A typical logistics specialist is responsible for reviewing and distributing production, work and shipment schedules and compiling reports on inventory levels, cost, etc.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reconcile and balance batch control totals with source documents or computer listings to identify discrepancies, correct errors, and prepare necessary adjustments.
• Audit invoices and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Manage and reconcile vendor payables across multiple departments and accounts, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Perform bookkeeping tasks, including data entry and maintaining records related to logistics costs.
• Prepare and analyze weekly and monthly pending reports to track outstanding payments and resolve discrepancies.
• Collaborate with vendors, third-party logistics (3PL) providers, and internal teams to ensure seamless and accurate payment processing.
• Assist in month-end closing activities, including, but not limited to, resolving open general ledger (GL) items and accruals.
• Identify and report opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Examine documents, materials and products, and monitor work processes in order to assess completeness, accuracy and conformation to standards and specifications.
• Review documents such as production schedules, work orders, and staffing tables to determine personnel and materials requirements, and material priorities.
• Record production data, including volume produced, consumption of raw materials, and quality control measures.
• Requisition and maintain inventories of materials and supplies necessary to meet production demands.
• Revise production schedule, when required, due to design changes, labor or material shortages or other interruptions.
• Distribute production schedules and work orders to departments.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5-7 years related experience required.
• Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, problem solving and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze costs related to manufacturing, labor and materials.
• Ability to accurately document and record customer/client information.
• Basic mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to shipping and production.
• Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with SAP, WMS, or ERP systems (preferred).
• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of logistics and/or supply chain operations.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and time management skills.
• Strong communication abilities, with the capacity to work effectively in a team environment.