Hybrid Part-Time Nonprofit Accounts Payable Specialist

LightHouse; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired in San Francisco, CA, is seeking a part-time Accounts Payable Specialist to support invoice processing, coding and vendor communications in a hybrid work arrangement (3 days in office per week).

The role reports to the VP of Finance and emphasizes accurate data entry, strong attention to detail, and strict adherence to internal controls while maintaining organized AP records and timely payments.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred.
• 2+ years accounts payable or transactional accounting experience preferred.
• Familiarity with invoice processing, vendor records, and payment documentation.
• Experience in nonprofit accounting is a plus; strong internal controls knowledge desired.
• Ability to enter and review financial information accurately and confidentially.

Responsibilities

• Receive, review, code and enter vendor invoices in the accounting system.
• Match invoices to purchase orders, contracts, or receiving records.
• Maintain and verify vendor records and respond to inquiries.
• Prepare and assist with payment runs; ensure proper approvals and documentation.
• Maintain organized accounts payable records and audit-ready documentation.
• Assist with year-end, audits, and related AP reconciliations.
• Cross-train to cover accounts receivable processes as needed.
• Follow internal controls and communicate discrepancies to Finance lead.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Microsoft Office

Data entry

Vendor management

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in accounting/finance related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired in San Francisco, CA, is seeking a part-time Accounts Payable Specialist to support invoice processing, coding and vendor communications in a hybrid work arrangement (3 days in office per week).

The role reports to the VP of Finance and emphasizes accurate data entry, strong attention to detail, and strict adherence to internal controls while maintaining organized AP records and timely payments.