Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Specialist

Vaco; Placentia (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco in California is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team on a temporary contract (approximately 2-3 months maternity leave coverage). This onsite role supports day-to-day AP and AR functions during the assignment.

Responsibilities include processing invoices, three-way PO matching, weekly payment proposals, reconciliations, and month-end close support.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Accounts Payable experience required.
• Experience with three-way PO matching.
• Accounts Receivable and collections experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Must be comfortable working in an onsite environment.

Responsibilities

• Process, review, and verify vendor invoices
• Perform three-way matching of purchase orders, invoices, and receipts
• Prepare and process weekly payment proposals
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Assist with month-end closing activities and reporting
• Maintain accurate records of accounts payable transactions
• Support collections efforts on selected customer accounts
• Respond to customer and vendor inquiries in a professional and timely manner
• Provide invoice copies and account information as needed
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve billing and payment issues

Skills

Accounts Payable

Three-way PO matching

Accounts Receivable

Excel

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Communication

Onsite work

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Specialist (Contract)

Pay: $25-$30/hour DOE

Duration: Approximately 2-3 Months (Maternity Leave Coverage)

Location: Onsite

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team on a temporary contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who can hit the ground running and support day-to-day AP and AR functions during a maternity leave coverage assignment.

Responsibilities

• Process, review, and verify vendor invoices
• Perform three-way matching of purchase orders, invoices, and receipts
• Prepare and process weekly payment proposals
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Assist with month-end closing activities and reporting
• Maintain accurate records of accounts payable transactions
• Support collections efforts on selected customer accounts
• Respond to customer and vendor inquiries in a professional and timely manner
• Provide invoice copies and account information as needed
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve billing and payment issues

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Accounts Payable experience required
• Experience with three-way PO matching
• Accounts Receivable and collections experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Must be comfortable working in an onsite environment