Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support invoice review and payment accuracy for a busy team in Santa Fe Springs, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong analytical skills, thrives in a high-volume setting, and takes pride in precise financial work. The role focuses on verifying invoice details, reconciling account activity, and using Excel to help maintain accurate records and vendor balances.

Responsibilities:
• Review invoices in the legacy platform to confirm pricing, quantities, and supporting details before processing
• Investigate discrepancies by comparing invoice information against records, statements, and related documentation
• Reconcile vendor statements and outstanding balances using Excel to identify and resolve variances
• Maintain accurate accounts payable records while ensuring transactions are properly documented and tracked
• Collaborate with internal partners to clarify billing issues and support timely resolution of payment concerns
• Perform detailed audits of payable transactions to help improve accuracy and reduce processing errors
• Prioritize multiple assignments effectively while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced work environment

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role
• Hands-on experience auditing invoices and identifying pricing or quantity discrepancies
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to reconcile statements and organize financial data
• High level of attention to detail with a consistent focus on accuracy
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-moving, high-volume setting
• Solid understanding of accounts payable processes, documentation, and record maintenance
• Effective communication skills for working with vendors and internal teams to resolve issues

Compensation

$24.00-$26.00 Hourly

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