AP Specialist - Ledgent Finance & Accounting

Accounts Payable Specialist

This company is a leading manufacturer committed to providing innovative products while maintaining the highest standards in quality, customer service, and sustainability. We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our growing finance team.

Position Overview:
As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will play a critical role in managing the company's financial transactions, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, and supporting the smooth operation of our manufacturing business. This position requires 3-5 years of accounts payable experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment, with a solid understanding of accounting principles and practices.

Key Responsibilities:
- Process and review invoices, ensuring they are accurate and in compliance with company policies.
- Match purchase orders, receipts, and invoices to ensure accuracy of accounts payable transactions.
- Verify payment terms, accounting codes, and cost allocations for all vendor invoices.
- Prepare and process weekly payment runs, ensuring timely payments to vendors.
- Manage vendor inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a professional and timely manner.
- Reconcile accounts payable ledger and assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Assist in the preparation of financial reports and schedules related to accounts payable.
- Maintain accurate and organized vendor records, including W-9 forms, payment terms, and contracts.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.
- Participate in process improvements and recommend efficiencies within the accounts payable function.

Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of experience in accounts payable, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
- Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, accounting principles, and financial reporting.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel.
- Experience with purchase order matching and 3-way matching process.
- Strong attention to detail, with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
- Excellent organizational, time-management, and communication skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Salary: $27-$29

Company offers:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- A collaborative and supportive team environment.
- The chance to work with a respected leader in the manufacturing industry.

If you are an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist with a passion for accuracy and efficiency, we want to hear from you!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.