Accounts Payable Clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a non-profit organization in Los Angeles, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who is highly organized, accurate, and comfortable managing a steady flow of invoices and payment-related activity. The person in this role will help maintain strong vendor relationships, support timely disbursements, and contribute to reliable financial recordkeeping within a busy accounting environment.

Responsibilities:
• Process a high volume of vendor invoices with close attention to accuracy, approvals, and proper account coding.
• Review billing documents for completeness, investigate discrepancies, and work with internal teams or vendors to resolve payment issues promptly.
• Prepare and support regular check runs and other payment activities while helping ensure deadlines are consistently met.
• Maintain up-to-date vendor files, payment records, and supporting documentation in accordance with accounting policies.
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions and assist with identifying and correcting mismatches in invoices, purchase records, or payment details.
• Communicate professionally with vendors and colleagues regarding invoice status, account questions, and outstanding items.
• Enter and manage accounts payable data within the organization's financial systems while preserving accurate records and audit readiness.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in accounts payable, including invoice review, coding, and payment processing.
• Ability to handle high-volume transactional work while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Experience preparing check runs and supporting day-to-day disbursement activities.
• Knowledge of reconciling accounts payable records and resolving invoice discrepancies.
• Familiarity with financial systems and general accounting documentation practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for working with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Dependable organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven setting.

Compensation

$19.79-$22.91 Hourly

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