Accounts Payable Specialist — Detail‑Driven & Impactful

NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, CA is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Processor to provide day‑to‑day AP support. You will handle invoice processing, vendor inquiries, and reporting within the Accounting and Contracts Division, contributing to timely payments and compliance.

This temporary role, up to 36 months, reports to the Group Supervisor of Accounts Payable Operations and involves collaboration across a dedicated team to ensure accurate, efficient processing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 6+ years related experience or Associate/Bachelor degree with related experience.
• Broad knowledge in Accounting, Accounts Payable, or Procure to Pay.
• Independent worker who can collaborate in a team.
• Strong initiative and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle) and Procure‑to‑Pay platforms.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary point of contact for vendors and internal departments.
• Respond to invoice status inquiries and resolve discrepancies.
• Reconcile vendor statements and follow up on outstanding items.
• Manage the full invoice processing cycle from receipt to payment.
• Verify invoice header information and PO line matching.
• Ensure supplier invoices comply with PO/subcontract terms and resolve discrepancies.
• Apply state and federal tax withholding policies to applicable invoices.
• Compile data and prepare AP reports.
• Support airfare charges on the Corporate Travel Card.

Skills

Detail oriented

Independent worker

Communication skills

Customer service

MS Office proficiency

ERP systems knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s degree in Business/Accounting

Bachelor’s degree in related discipline

Tools

Oracle ERP

Procure-to-Pay platforms

Job description

Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, CA is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Processor to provide day‑to‑day AP support. You will handle invoice processing, vendor inquiries, and reporting within the Accounting and Contracts Division, contributing to timely payments and compliance.

This temporary role, up to 36 months, reports to the Group Supervisor of Accounts Payable Operations and involves collaboration across a dedicated team to ensure accurate, efficient processing.