Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a stable, mission-driven organization in the San Diego area to hire an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys accounts payable but wants a role with more substance than simply processing high volumes of invoices. You'll join a collaborative accounting team where accuracy, judgment and attention to detail matter. The AP volume itself is manageable, but the team is looking for someone comfortable digging into the details and determining the appropriate accounting treatment for the invoices.

This position is a hybrid position offering 2 days remote weekly.

What You'll Do

• Manage full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice approvals, coding and entry
• Review invoices for proper documentation, coding and accuracy
• Handle more complex invoices involving multiple expense categories, split coding and prepaid expenses
• Support AP month-end close activities
• Review corporate credit card activity and employee expense reports
• Work within Concur and assist with expense and invoice-related questions
• Prepare payment requests including ACH, wires and check runs
• Support AP activity across multiple entities
• Research and resolve vendor discrepancies and payment inquiries
• Partner with internal departments to obtain approvals and resolve invoice issues
• Assist with audit support and supporting documentation
• Help identify opportunities to improve AP processes, workflows and internal controls
• Maintain and help develop AP procedures and documentation

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of accounts payable experience
• Strong understanding of full-cycle AP and internal controls
• Experience working with complex invoice coding, accrual-related activities and/or prepaid expenses
• Experience supporting multiple entities is a plus
• SAP Concur or similar software experience is preferred
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills preferred
• Ability to work independently and think critically through coding and payment questions
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related area preferred, although equivalent experience may be considered

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary and compensation package
• Discretionary annual bonus based on individual and company performance
• Hybrid schedule with two days a week remote
• Medical, dental and vision coverage 100% covered for the employee
• 401(k) with match
• 3 weeks of PTO
• Generous paid holiday schedule

If you've spent your career in accounts payable but want to move beyond high-volume, repetitive processing, this role offers the chance to take greater ownership of the AP function. You'll be part of a smaller accounting organization where your ability to think through complex coding, solve problems, improve processes and build relationships across the business will be valued.