Accounts Payable Specialist

Goodwill Southern California; Los Angeles, California (CA, MO); On-site; USD 38,572 - 42,705; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Los Angeles is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage high volume accounts payable tasks, prepare financial reports, and support audits. The role requires 5-7 years of experience in administrative and accounts payable functions, with strong skills in accounting software. Join a purpose-driven organization that values service and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of administrative and accounts payable experience.
• Must have intermediate knowledge of computer programs in a Windows environment.
• Experience with accounting software such as Oracle NetSuite is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform high volume accounts payable functions.
• Prepare financial reports for the Grants & Contracts Department.
• Initiate communication to resolve payment status concerns.
• Support annual financial audit and maintain documentation.

Skills

Administrative and accounts payable experience

Knowledge of computer programs (Windows, Word, Excel, Teams, Email)

Experience with accounting software (Oracle NetSuite preferred)

Experience with Mineral Tree and SAP Concur

Alignment with Goodwill’s RISE Values

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Oracle NetSuite

Mineral Tree

SAP Concur

Job description

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Goodwill Southern California provided pay range

This range is provided by Goodwill Southern California. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$28.00/hr - $31.00/hr

Lead. Inspire. Deliver Mission and Accounting Excellence.

Goodwill Southern California is seeking a dynamic Accounts Payable Specialist II to coordinate and perform high volume accounts payable functions. The Specialist also supports all administrative duties in the department and assists with implementation of procedures.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare the daily, weekly and monthly journal entries and financial reports for the Grants & Contracts Department in relation to Accounts Payable duties.
• Assess and process urgent check requests in collaboration with Workforce and Career Development program staff. Take action to ensure timely payments and distribution to departments.
• Coordinate with other departments within Goodwill SoCal and outside vendors to perform accounts payable tasks such as requesting checks and obtaining signatures on hardcopy invoices when needed.
• Accurately review, analyze and enter all invoices (check requests) processed by WCD and ensure they are reviewed in MineralTree and Concur for required approvals, correct general ledger coding, proper documentation, appropriate allocations, and that the expenditures are in compliance with government regulations.
• Initiate communication with Grants & Contracts, WCD, Business Office, and outside vendors to resolve concerns regarding the status of payment.
• Support annual single financial audit, routine internal audits and funder audits on all AP related requests and ensure that all backup documentation is available.
• Verify that support documents meet funder requirements by analyzing all information and providing feedback to Grants and Contracts Director.
• Responsible for ensuring all AP files in the Grants & Contracts Dept; records, checks, and invoices are properly filed and organized as directed by Grants & Contracts Director.

What You Bring

• 5-7 years of administrative and accounts payable experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have intermediate knowledge of computer programs in a Windows environment, including Word, Excel, Teams and E‑mail.
• Experience with accounting software – Oracle NetSuite preferred.
• Experience with Mineral Tree and SAP Concur.
• Alignment with Goodwill’s RISE Values — Respect, Integrity, Service & Excellence.

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity

• Join a purpose‑driven organization focused on service, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
• Grow within a mission‑centered culture that values leadership, innovation, and excellence.

SENIORITY LEVEL

Associate

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full‑time

JOB FUNCTION

Accounting/Auditing

INDUSTRIES

Non‑profit Organizations

EEO STATEMENT

Goodwill Southern California is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or any other protected class.