Ap Clerk

Aston Carter • Buellton, CA

4d • $29 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

Accounts Payable Specialist We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team on a contract basis. This role is responsible for accurately processing invoices, ensuring timely vendor payments, and supporting the month-end close process. You will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, resolving vendor issues, and supporting internal stakeholders with accounts payable inquiries.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in accounts payable or a related accounting function
• Strong understanding of invoice processing, coding, and payment workflows
• Experience handling line-item invoices with a high level of accuracy
• Ability to verify invoice approvals and maintain compliance with policies
• Experience reviewing vendor statements and resolving discrepancies
• Ability to perform basic financial analysis and summarize GL account activity
• Familiarity with credit card reconciliations and documentation requirements
• Experience reviewing check runs and supporting reports
• Working knowledge of accounting/ERP systems (NetSuite preferred)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills to interact with vendors and internal teams
• High attention to detail and accuracy across all tasks

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a contract or interim accounting role is a plus
• Ability to quickly learn new systems and processes
• Demonstrated reliability and consistent attendance
• Strong problem-solving skills to resolve invoice, vendor, and payment issues
• Comfortable supporting special projects and taking on additional responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Receive and review a high volume of invoices and bills for accuracy and completeness
• Verify invoice details, approvals, and adherence to established processes
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor payments
• Apply appropriate coding to invoices for accurate general ledger posting
• Perform basic analysis and prepare monthly detail summaries for AP-related GL accounts
• Support month-end close by collecting, organizing, and summarizing financial data
• Prepare documentation for credit card reconciliations and ensure accuracy
• Review vendor statements and research/resolve discrepancies or outstanding balances
• Review check runs and supporting reports to ensure accuracy and validity
• Record monthly accruals to ensure expenses are properly reflected
• Assist with special projects and additional AP-related tasks as needed
• Respond to internal inquiries and provide support on accounts payable matters

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed