Posted 5 months ago

Accounts Payable Specialist

Los AngelesOn-siteFull-time

AI Summary

Accounts Payable Specialist handles full-cycle AP duties, vendor management, and month-end close tasks in a fast-paced, in-office setting.

About this role

We are partnering with a well-established, service-driven organization to identify an Accounts Payable Specialist on a temp-to-hire basis. This role supports the Accounting team with full-cycle AP responsibilities and provides exposure to general accounting and month-end close in a fast-paced, high-touch environment.

Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle Accounts Payable, including invoice processing, coding, approvals, and timely payments (check, ACH, virtual card)

Reconcile vendor statements, resolve discrepancies, and monitor outstanding balances

Maintain accurate vendor records, including W-9s, COIs, and compliance documentation

Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals, journal entries, and GL reconciliations

Support Accounts Receivable and member/client billing, payment posting, and account research

Assist with 1099 preparation and year-end audit support

Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and internal controls

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree preferred (Accounting or Finance emphasis a plus)

Proven experience in Accounts Payable, preferably in a hospitality or service-oriented environment

Strong Excel skills and comfort working across accounting systems

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines

Excellent communication skills with a service-first mindset

Reliable, punctual, and comfortable working fully in-office

Skills

1099 PreparationAccount ResearchAccounts PayableAP AutomationA/P SystemsCOIs And W-9 ComplianceExcelGeneral LedgerGL ReconciliationsIntercompany (if Applicable)Invoice ProcessingJournal EntriesMonth-end ClosePayment Processing (checks, ACH, Virtual Card)ReconciliationsVendor ManagementVendor Records Maintenance