Accounting Specialist

Job Summary A growing, family-oriented manufacturing company in Escondido, CA is seeking an experienced Accounting Specialist with strong Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable experience to support day-to-day accounting operations during an upcoming maternity leave. This temporary opportunity offers paid cross‑training before the leave begins, with the potential to become a long‑term permanent role for the right candidate. This is a great opportunity for an Accounting Specialist who enjoys a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment where accuracy, reliability, and teamwork matter. The company offers a friendly and supportive team culture, stable operations, and the chance to work closely with experienced accounting professionals. Candidates who value clear processes, cross‑functional communication, and the opportunity to grow within a collaborative workplace will be a strong fit. Key Responsibilities Process full‑cycle Accounts Payable invoices accurately and on time. Generate customer invoices, apply payments, manage Accounts Receivable activity, and support collections. Reconcile vendor statements, customer accounts, and invoice discrepancies. Prepare weekly check runs, electronic payments, and supporting documentation. Assist with month‑end close, account reconciliations, and organized accounting record maintenance. Communicate professionally with vendors, customers, and internal teams regarding payment status and account questions. Compensation and Benefits Pay: $25.00 to $28.00 per hour, depending on experience. Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Work arrangement: 100% onsite in Escondido, CA. Job type: Contract/temporary maternity leave coverage. Paid training and cross‑training before assuming responsibilities. Opportunity for long‑term employment and career growth for the right candidate. For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans The Know Your Rights poster is available here: The pay transparency policy is available here: 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: 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