Purchasing Coordinator

Career Group; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 46,838; Part time

Job summary

A confidential design-driven consumer hardware company is seeking a Temporary Purchasing Administrator in Los Angeles. This key role will support the finance team by managing vendor setups, purchase orders, and financial record accuracy. Candidates should have 3–5 years of accounting experience and be proficient in Excel. This position requires immediate availability and offers a pay rate of $34.00/hour in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience, ideally within a corporate or finance environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up new vendors and ensure accurate invoice entry.
• Manage purchase orders through completion.
• Perform general ledger reconciliations for accuracy.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Support annual financial audits and ensure compliance.

Skills

Strong understanding of US GAAP accounting principles

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)

Job description

Role: Purchasing Administrator (Temporary)

Company: Confidential – Design-Driven Consumer Hardware Company

Industry: Consumer Electronics / Cannabis Technology

Pay Rate: $34.00/hour

Location: Downtown Los Angeles (Hybrid)

About the Role

Our client, a design-driven consumer electronics company operating in the cannabis technology space, is seeking a Temporary Purchasing Administrator to support the finance team during a planned leave. This role plays a key part in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial records, supporting vendor management, purchase orders, and key closing processes.

If you have a strong accounting background, are highly proficient in Excel, and have experience working with ERP systems, this is a great opportunity to join an innovative, fast-paced organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up new vendors and ensure timely, accurate invoice entry
• Manage purchase orders from creation through close/completion
• Perform general ledger reconciliations to ensure accuracy and integrity
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Support annual financial audits and ensure compliance and accurate reporting
• Assist with special projects and other finance-related duties as needed

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience, ideally within a corporate or finance environment
• BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of US GAAP accounting principles
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.)
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Please Note: This role requires someone who can start immediately after interviews and is not currently employed full-time.

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