Accounts Payable Associate

Job Description

Accounts Payable Associate

Location : Cerritos, CA

Rate Range : $22 - $25 / hr DOE

Position Summary

Our client is expanding its Finance & Accounting team and is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Associate to join their corporate office. This fast-paced role offers room for growth and development, and requires a high level of accuracy, independence, and professionalism. You'll be responsible for processing vendor invoices, expense reports, and vouchers using MAS / Sage, while ensuring timely and compliant financial operations. The ideal candidate thrives both independently and in a collaborative team environment, delivering exceptional service to employees and vendors alike.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounts payable processes including invoice-to-PO matching, coding, documentation review, and approvals
• Enter invoices into accounting systems with accuracy and timeliness
• Ensure proper GL account, department, and location coding for all invoices
• Review vendor statements and purchase orders for outstanding invoices
• Maintain and update vendor account information
• Sort and distribute incoming mail and prioritize invoices based on payment terms
• Respond to internal and external vendor inquiries and resolve discrepancies
• Assist with month-end closing activities and reporting
• Maintain organized and compliant documentation in accordance with company policies and accounting standards
• Support additional finance and administrative projects as assigned

Job Requirements

Qualifications & Skills

Physical Demands & Work Environment