Accounts Payable Accountant

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 45,323 - 50,557; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401K plan

Paid time off

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions in California seeks an Accounts Payable Accountant to manage the full AP cycle, support month-end close, and assist with audits. You will process invoices, ensure proper coding, reconcile statements, and maintain vendor records while building strong relationships with vendors and internal partners.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and 3+ years’ AP experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years in accounts payable or accounting.
• Strong AP knowledge, accruals, and GL coding.
• Experience with high-volume invoices and vendor management.
• Knowledge of ACH, wire transfers, and electronic payments.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and bills accurately and timely.
• Review invoices for accuracy and supporting documentation.
• Enter invoices into the accounting system with proper GL coding.
• Match POs, contracts, receipts to invoices before payment.
• Manage vendor payables; review AP aging reports.
• Maintain vendor master records and tax documentation compliance.
• Reconcile vendor statements; resolve discrepancies.
• Respond to vendor inquiries about payments and invoices.
• Build strong vendor and cross-functional relationships.
• Prepare and process weekly payment runs (checks, ACH, wires).
• Schedule payment cycles per policy and deadlines.
• Review and process employee expense reports for accuracy.
• Manage software capitalization process and supporting docs.
• Reconcile AP transactions and resolve variances.
• Assist with accruals, month-end close, AP reporting.
• Prepare schedules for audits.
• Sort and distribute AP correspondence.
• Identify process improvements for AP controls.

Skills

Accounts payable processes

Accrual accounting

General ledger coding

High-volume invoicing

Vendor relationships

Communication skills

Deadline prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Accountant to join a growing finance team. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong vendor relationships, and takes pride in ensuring accurate and timely payment processing. The Accounts Payable Accountant will play a key role in managing the full accounts payable cycle while supporting month-end and audit activities.

Responsibilities:

• Process vendor invoices and bills accurately and timely, ensuring daily accounts payable activities remain current.
• Review invoices for accuracy, completeness, supporting documentation, and compliance with company policies and vendor agreements.
• Enter invoices into the accounting system and ensure proper coding to the general ledger.
• Match purchase orders, contracts, receipts, and supporting documentation to invoices prior to payment approval.
• Manage vendor payables and regularly review AP aging reports to identify and resolve outstanding balances.
• Maintain vendor master records and ensure compliance with tax documentation and legal requirements.
• Reconcile vendor statements, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate timely resolution with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status, invoice discrepancies, and account inquiries.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and cross-functional business partners to support efficient payment processes.
• Prepare and process weekly payment runs, including checks, ACH payments, and wire transfers.
• Schedule payment cycles and ensure all payments are processed in accordance with company policies and established deadlines.
• Review and process employee expense reports for accuracy and policy compliance.
• Manage the software capitalization process and maintain appropriate supporting documentation.
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions and resolve payment variances and exceptions.
• Collaborate with business partners to support the commercial accrual process and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals, reconciliations, AP reporting, and account analysis.
• Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for quarterly and annual audits.
• Sort, organize, and distribute accounts payable correspondence and documentation.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to enhancing AP efficiency and controls.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related a must.
• 3+ years of accounts payable or accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, accrual accounting, and general ledger coding.
• Experience processing high-volume invoices and managing vendor relationships.
• Knowledge of ACH, wire transfers, and electronic payment processing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join This Team?

• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on financial operations.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities.

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.

Pay Details: $32.90 to $36.70 per hour

Search managed by: Anne OBrien Silveira

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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