Accounts Payable Specialist

Protingent; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Insurance plan options

Education/certification reimbursement

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401k plan administered

Job summary

Protingent is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist for a contract position in Long Beach, CA. This role emphasizes supporting day-to-day operations of Accounts Payable including invoice processing, maintaining vendor records, and handling employee reimbursements.

Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree, solid accounting experience, and a proactive attitude within a fast-paced environment. The position offers competitive pay and benefits including healthcare options and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in accounting, finance, or another related field.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and work as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of products.

Responsibilities

• Review, code, and process invoices in compliance with company policies.
• Perform three-way match between receipt, purchase order, and invoice.
• Review and process employee reimbursement requests through Ramp.
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organized

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Infor LN ERP

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Accounts Payable Specialist

Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Accounts Payable Specialist position with our client located in Long Beach, CA.

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for supporting day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable function. This role focuses on ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, maintaining vendor records, coding corporate card transactions, and handling employee reimbursement requests. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to grow within a fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Review, code, and process invoices in compliance with company policies and procedures
• Perform three-way match between receipt, purchase order (PO), and invoice; collaborate cross-functionally to resolve discrepancies
• Code and categorize credit card transactions accurately
• Review and process employee reimbursement requests through Ramp
• Ensure accurate application of sales tax rates based on jurisdiction
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies
• Establish and maintain relationships with new and existing vendors
• Identify opportunities for improvement within the current process
• Provide customer service and support to internal and external customers

Job Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in accounting, finance, or another related field is required
• Prior experience with ERP systems
• Prior experience with implementing or supporting process improvement
• Ability to operate in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to communicate effectively at various levels within the organization
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of products

Nice to Have

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or another related field preferred
• Experience using Infor LN ERP (previously BAAN) is preferred
• Prior experience using Ramp

Job Details

• Job Type: Contract
• Pay Range: $28–34/hr
• Location: Long Beach, CA
• ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required

Benefits Package

• Competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan)
• Education/certification reimbursement
• Pre‑tax commuter benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Administered 401k plan