Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Title Accounts Payable Clerk (243)

Job Location Riverside, CA, 92509

Duration 6 Months Contract

Job Description:

Responsible for the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, expense reports, and payment transactions within a manufacturing setting. This role ensures that vendor accounts are maintained accurately and that payments are made in accordance with company policies, terms, and controls. The AP Specialist works closely with purchasing, receiving, and finance teams to support production and operational needs. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, capable of handling high-volume invoice processing, and committed to continuous improvement of AP functions.

Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire | Non-Exempt

This is an hourly, non-exempt temporary assignment with potential for full-time conversion

Essential Duties:

• Perform 2-way and 3-way matching of invoices with purchase orders and receiving documents to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Process a high volume of vendor invoices; verify information with appropriate departments.

• Monitor AP aging and follow up on overdue items to ensure timely resolution.

• Respond to vendor inquiries and reconcile vendor statements; investigate and correct discrepancies.

• Review, verify, and update daily invoice registers to confirm accurate payment processing.

• Maintain organized and complete documentation according to internal policies and accepted accounting practices.

• Validate invoices received electronically, reconcile supplier aging, and generate weekly payment support reports.

• Support and oversee cash accounting operations for accuracy and timeliness.

• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities and reconciliations.

• Participate in internal and external audits and provide necessary documentation and support.

• Assist vendor master data, including vendor setup, changes, and maintenance.

• Conduct regular sub-ledger to general ledger reconciliations.

• Match payment remittances with paid invoices and prepare batches for data entry and GL verification.

• Proactively troubleshoot and resolve outstanding issues related to accounts payable.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrates sufficient experience, discipline, attention to detail and urgency sense.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, documentation and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Epicor, SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards) is a plus and Microsoft Excel is an advantage.

• Ability to prioritize workload in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.

• Good communication skills for interacting with customers and internal departments.

Education, Experience, and/or Required Licenses:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.

• Associate’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.

• 2+ years of experience in Accounts Payable or similar finance role.

• Experience in manufacturing or technical environments is a plus.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $25.29 - $28.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• If interested, please leave your email, contact number and best time to reach you

Experience:

• Accounts payable/ receivable: 2 years (Preferred)
• automobile/ vehicle manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person