Accounts Payable Specialist I

Monterey Regional Waste Management District; National City (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Monterey Regional Waste Management District is seeking an experienced accounting assistant to support fiscal record keeping and accounts payable. The role includes entering invoices, reconciling ledgers, preparing cash requirements, and assisting with the annual audit.

The position requires 3–5 years of accounting experience, an AA degree preferred, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and accounting software. This role operates in an office setting with standard district hours.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of accounting work experience.
• AA degree preferred.
• Knowledge of purchasing processes.

Responsibilities

• Enter vendor invoices into the accounting system within 24 hours of receipt.
• Ensure invoices posted to correct account and cost center.
• Reconcile vendor statements monthly.
• Prepare cash requirements report and weekly checks.
• Assist with annual 1099 reporting and year-end audit.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Microsoft Office

Excel

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Education

AA degree

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Accounting software

Job description

Monterey Regional Waste Management District is seeking an experienced accounting assistant to support fiscal record keeping and accounts payable. The role includes entering invoices, reconciling ledgers, preparing cash requirements, and assisting with the annual audit.

The position requires 3–5 years of accounting experience, an AA degree preferred, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and accounting software. This role operates in an office setting with standard district hours.