Accounts Payable Specialist

Confidential - Job Hiring; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Professional growth opportunities

Dynamic, collaborative culture

Job summary

A reputable finance firm in Los Angeles is looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist. Responsibilities include managing full-cycle accounts payable and ensuring timely payments. The ideal candidate has experience in financial services and proficiency in NetSuite. This position offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional growth within the finance and accounting team.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of progressive accounts payable experience in financial services or investment management.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of GAAP and standard accounting practices related to AP.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounts payable and vendor relations.
• Ensure timely payment processing and compliance.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.

Skills

NetSuite proficiency

Strong Excel skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Concur

Bill.com

Ramp

Job description

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Overview

This role is for a detail-oriented and motivated Accounts Payable Specialist with NetSuite experience to join our finance team. Base pay range is $70,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounts payable, including vendor setup, invoice review, coding, and posting in NetSuite.
• Process high-volume invoices with accuracy, including two- and three-way P.O. matching where applicable.
• Ensure timely preparation of payments via ACH, wire transfers, and checks, following internal approval workflows.
• Review, process, and audit employee expense reports and corporate credit card transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies proactively through strong communication and problem-solving.
• Collaborate with procurement, legal, and finance teams to ensure proper vendor documentation, compliance, and controls.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals, journal entries, and AP reconciliations.
• Assist with 1099 and other annual tax reporting requirements.
• Participate in system/process improvement projects, particularly those focused on NetSuite optimization.
• Maintain organized AP records in compliance with firm policies and audit requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of progressive accounts payable experience, ideally in financial services, private equity, or investment management.
• Proficiency with NetSuite (required); experience with additional tools such as Concur, Bill.com, or Ramp a plus.
• Strong Excel skills with the ability to analyze data and create reconciliations.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to build positive relationships with vendors and colleagues at all levels.
• Knowledge of GAAP and standard accounting practices related to AP.
• Self-starter with a process improvement mindset and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work in a highly respected finance firm with a dynamic, collaborative culture.
• Competitive compensation package including salary, bonus, and benefits.
• Professional growth and development opportunities within the finance and accounting team.
• Exposure to complex, multi-entity structures and high-profile financial transactions.

Please submit a resume to be considered.