Accounts Payable Specialist

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Vaco Los Angeles is working with a client who has a great opportunity for an Accounts Payable Specialist who will be responsible for payments and controlling expenses by receiving, processing, verifying, and reconciling invoices. This role is on‑site in Santa Clarita, CA and can pay up to $32/hr, depending on experience. The role is contract to hire.

$28.00/hr – $32.00/hr

• Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment
• Match invoices against purchase orders and research discrepancies
• Work with vendors to resolve discrepancies and vendor inquiries
• Ensure that invoices have the appropriate general ledger codes and approval for payment
• Input invoices in the accounts payable system
• Manage the accurate and timely processing of merchandise and expense invoices
• Multi‑task and work under time constraints
• Sort and distribute incoming mail
• Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies
• Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices
• Assist with other projects as needed

• 2–3+ years of accounts payable experience with three‑way match and general accounting knowledge
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs)
• Strong understanding of accounts payable and general accounting procedures
• Experience with large ERP systems required
• Good communication skills
• Ability to organize and prioritize
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and time‑management skills
• High ethical and professional standards
• Ability to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines
• Ability to work as part of a team

Entry level

Full‑time

Accounting/Auditing

Food and Beverage Manufacturing