Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable Specialist

Logan Heights Community Development Corporation•San Diego, CA

About The Position

Logan Heights Community Development Corporation (LHCDC) is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable Specialist to support the organization's day-to-day financial operations. This position is responsible for accurately processing incoming and outgoing payments, managing invoices, reconciling accounts, following up on outstanding balances, and maintaining accurate financial records.

Requirements

High school diploma required
Strong understanding of accounting principles and AR/AP processes.
Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time-management skills.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Comfortable using Salesforce or similar database systems.
Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
Three (3)+ years of Accounts Payable and/or Accounts Receivable experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Process and post customer payments and prepare invoices and statements.
Monitor outstanding balances and follow up on past-due accounts.
Process vendor invoices and ensure payments are accurate and timely.
Reconcile accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions.
Verify appropriate accounting dimensions for invoices and bills.
Process electronic payments, checks, and wire transfers.
Maintain accurate vendor and financial records.
Prepare monthly and ad-hoc AR/AP reports.
Assist with month-end close, reconciliations, and journal entries.
Provide documentation and support for internal and external audits.
Collaborate with departments and vendors to resolve billing and payment discrepancies.