Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for a meticulous and organized Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Long Beach, California. This Contract to permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the success of a well-established aerospace company by managing essential accounts payable functions in a dynamic, purchase order-driven environment. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced setting, possess strong attention to detail, and collaborate effectively with vendors and internal teams.

Responsibilities:

- Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process, including invoice validation, coding, and data entry.

- Coordinate with vendors to ensure accurate onboarding documentation and maintain compliance standards.

- Match invoices with purchase orders and other supporting documents to ensure proper approvals and accuracy.

- Communicate regularly with purchasing and internal departments to resolve discrepancies or missing documentation.

- Process invoices using Quick Books Online while maintaining organized and correctly coded records.

- Manage a high-volume invoice workload, including handling 100-125 invoices at the start of each month.

- Monitor accounts payable workflows to ensure timely and accurate completion of payments.

- Collaborate with finance leadership onsite to uphold strong internal controls and streamline accounts payable operations. Requirements - Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounts payable within a high-volume or purchase order-based environment.

- Proficiency in Quick Books Online or similar accounting software.

- Solid understanding of accounts payable processes, vendor management, and documentation protocols.

- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

- Strong communication skills with a proven ability to work with cross-functional teams.

- Self-driven and capable of working independently in an onsite setting.

- Familiarity with ACH payments, check runs, and invoice coding processes.

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