AP/AR Specialist Temp-to-Hire

The Honest Company•Los Angeles, CA

3d•$25 - $29•Hybrid

About The Position

The Honest Company is seeking a detail-oriented and organized AR/AP Specialist to support both the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions. This is a temp-to-hire role. This role is responsible for processing invoices, managing customer collections, reconciling accounts, and supporting month-end close activities. The ideal candidate is proactive, analytical, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining strong relationships with internal teams, customers, and vendors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience
2+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable or Accounts Payable
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (formulas, lookups, pivot tables)

Nice To Haves

Analytical and enjoy solving problems, identifying trends, and digging into discrepancies.
A strong communicator who can build positive relationships with customers, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment with shifting priorities.
Detail-oriented and take pride in accuracy and organization.

Responsibilities

Apply daily cash receipts from retailer customer accounts accurately and timely.
Pull and review supporting backup documentation for deductions and customer disputes.
Research and reconcile unapplied cash, short payments, deductions, and chargebacks
Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances.
Partner with internal departments to resolve retailer claims, shortages, pricing discrepancies and promotional deductions.
Assist with internal and external audit requests by gathering, organizing, and providing supporting backup documentation timely.
Manage the AR inbox and respond to inquiries regarding invoices, statements, and deduction resolution.
Review, code, and process vendor invoices in accordance with company policies.
Prepare and process payment runs (ACH, wire, and check payments).
Maintain vendor records and support new vendor set up process.
Ensure proper approvals and compliance with internal controls and T&E policies.