Accounts Payable Clerk

Ledgent; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Long Beach is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to manage daily invoicing and payment tasks. The ideal candidate will have an Associate degree in Accounting or equivalent experience, along with strong bookkeeping and accounts payable skills. Responsibilities include handling vendor invoices, processing payments, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. This is a full-time position offering competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in Accounts Payable role or 5 years Accounts Payable experience.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy is essential.

Responsibilities

• Handle daily accounts payable activities including verifying invoices.
• Ensure accuracy of documentation for payables and employee expense reports.
• Prepare and process payments in accordance with company policies.

Skills

Bookkeeping principles

Accounts payable processes

Microsoft Office proficiency

Advanced Excel skills

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in Accounting

Equivalent experience

Job description

Our client is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk. Company offers a great culture, work, life, balance and benefits!

Base Pay Range

$24.00/hr - $26.00/hr

Responsibilities

• Handle daily accounts payable activities, including verifying, coding, and entering vendor invoices and expense data.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of submitted documentation for payables and employee expense reports.
• Obtain necessary approvals for invoices and expense reimbursements.
• Prepare and process payments in accordance with company policies for vendor bills, expense reports, and cash disbursements.
• Match purchase orders with vendor invoices and maintain proper records.
• Reconcile accounts payable ledger and vendor statements, investigating and resolving any discrepancies.
• Review and validate timesheets and time clock entries before posting.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements related to accounts payable (e.g., W-9 forms, sales tax).
• Understand expense classifications and cost center allocations.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Controller.

Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting or equivalent experience (minimum 2 years in AP role or 5 years AP experience).
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping principles and accounts payable processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills preferred.
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.

Seniority Level

• Associate

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Chemical Manufacturing

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.