Accounting Specialist

Accounting Specialist

Location : Irvine, CA, United States

Job Family : Support

Job Type : Regular

Summary :

Responsible for full-cycle accounts payable processing, ensuring accurate invoice posting, timely vendor payments, compliance with internal controls, and effective vendor relations.

Scope / Supervision and Interaction :

The individual contributor will report to the Accounting Team Lead or Business Unit Controller and will routinely interact with Operations, Supply Chain, Buyers, and other internal teams to support day-to-day payment activities. Contact with suppliers may be required.

Essential Functions :

• Process AP invoices, verify PO, receipts / shipping documentation, and order entry; prepare and maintain supporting backup.
• Reconcile and resolve invoice discrepancies with Buyers / Supply Chain and suppliers; respond to vendor inquiries promptly.
• Obtain required payment approvals and ensure compliance with company policies, contractual terms, and relevant regulations.
• Reconcile vendor statements; research and correct discrepancies; monitor PO balances to prevent payments without available funds.
• Support month-end close, including A / P accruals and audits.
• Maintain accurate AP records and files; support internal / external audits.
• Assist with preparation of 1099s (if applicable).
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation to enhance invoicing accuracy and cycle time.
• Act as backup for A / R invoicing as needed (may require overtime and Saturday work).
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Essential Requirements :

Preferred / Desirable Qualifications :

Scheduling Requirements :

Competitive Compensation :

Pay Range : $22.5 / hr to $37.5 / hr

Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including :

Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.

401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.

Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.

Career development and tuition reimbursement.

Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.

Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.

Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")