Accounts Payable Specialist

Ledgent-Finance-; Swanston (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent-Finance- is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a growing accounting team in Sacramento, CA. The role supports multiple entities and locations, processing vendor invoices and ensuring accurate coding and timely payments.

You will work with ERP systems and Excel, handling high volumes with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration with internal stakeholders. This position emphasizes accuracy, organization, and process improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume accounts payable environment.
• Proficient with ERP systems and Excel.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Process a high volume of invoices with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Review, code, and enter invoices into the accounting system.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Ensure timely payment processing and follow up on outstanding approvals.
• Communicate effectively with vendors, managers, and executive-level stakeholders.
• Maintain organized records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with month-end close activities related to accounts payable.
• Support multiple entities and locations while meeting deadlines and service expectations.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and increase efficiency.

Skills

Accounts payable

High-volume invoicing

ERP systems

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Accounts Payable Specialist (JN -092026-431676) Sacramento, California

Salary: USD30 - USD32 per hour

Accounts Payable Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounts Payable Specialist to join a growing accounting team. This position will support multiple entities and locations in a fast-paced environment, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and efficiently while maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders and vendors.

Key Responsibilities

• Process a high volume of invoices with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Review, code, and enter invoices into the accounting system.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Ensure timely payment processing and follow up on outstanding approvals.
• Communicate effectively with vendors, managers, and executive-level stakeholders.
• Maintain organized records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with month-end close activities related to accounts payable.
• Support multiple entities and locations while meeting deadlines and service expectations.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and increase efficiency.

Qualifications

• Previous accounts payable experience in a high-volume environment.
• Experience working with ERP systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

Ideal Candidate

• Motivated to learn and grow within an accounting organization.
• Strong professional presence and ability to interact with executives and leadership teams.
• Organized, adaptable, and capable of handling competing priorities.
• Team-oriented with a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Interested in developing leadership skills and taking on increased responsibilities over time.