Accounts Payable Clerk

Creative Design Consultants; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Design Consultants in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk for a full-time on-site role. responsibilities include processing invoices, coding costs, data entry, and preparing payments while following internal controls and deadlines.

The role supports month-end close, reconciles statements, maintains vendor records, and handles company credit card transactions. 1–2 years in AP or accounting and proficiency with accounting software and Excel are preferred.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience in accounts payable or general accounting, preferably in professional services.
• Accurate data entry of financial information into accounting software and spreadsheets.
• Maintain organized accounting documents including invoices, receipts and contracts.
• Perform clerical duties assigned by the accounting department.
• Foundational knowledge in finance and accounting and basic AP procedures.
• Proficiency with accounting software and related systems for entry, processing and reporting.
• Strong communication with vendors, colleagues and management, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Process and code vendor invoices; enter data into accounting software.
• Prepare payment runs and adhere to policies and deadlines.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Maintain up-to-date vendor records and assist month-end close activities.
• Manage the company’s credit card transactions and provide accounting support.

Skills

Data entry accuracy

Vendor communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Discretion and confidentiality

Education

Foundation in Finance and Accounting

Tools

Accounting Software

Excel

Invoices & payments processing

Job description

Company Description Creative Design Consultants (CDC), founded in 1981, is a leading interior design firm serving homebuilders, multi-family developers, architects, and private clients. Recognized on Interior Design Magazine’s 100 Giants list for 22 years, CDC offers a strong reputation and long-standing industry presence. CDC Home focuses on model home and sales environment design that helps buyers envision themselves in space and move confidently toward purchase decisions. CDC Studio specializes in commercial design for multi-family, re-development, clubhouse, and lifestyle-driven projects across a wide range of scales and settings. Team members collaborate in a creative environment that blends residential and commercial design expertise.

Role Description The Accounts Payable Clerk is a full-time, on-site role based in Costa Mesa, CA, responsible for accurately processing and recording vendor invoices and payments. Day-to-day tasks include reviewing and coding invoices, entering data into accounting software, and preparing payment runs while adhering to established policies and deadlines. The role also involves reconciling vendor statements, resolving invoice discrepancies, maintaining up-to-date vendor records, and supporting month-end closing activities. The Accounts Payable Clerk will manage the company’s credit card transactions and will provide administrative support to the Accounting Department.This position contributes to the smooth functioning of the finance department through consistent documentation, organization, and adherence to internal controls.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ relevant experience in an accounts payable or general accounting role, preferably in a professional services environment.
• Perform accurate data entry of financial and accounting information into accounting software and spreadsheets
• Organize, maintain, and file accounting documents, including invoices, receipts and contracts.
• Perform other clerical and administrative duties as assigned by the accounting department.
• Foundation in Finance and Accounting, with familiarity in basic accounts payable principles and procedures.
• Proficiency with Accounting Software and related systems for invoice entry, payment processing, and reporting.
• Hands-on experience with Invoicing, including coding, verification, approvals, and reconciliation of vendor accounts.
• Clear, professional Communication skills for working with vendors, colleagues, and management, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple deadlines accurately.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and general office tools.
• High level of integrity, reliability, and ability to maintain confidentiality of financial information; ability to work effectively on-site in a collaborative team environment.