Accounts Payable Specialist – Automotive Industry
<p>A fast-growing, family-owned <strong>automotive parts and fleet services company</strong> in Escondido is seeking a highly organized <strong>Accounts Payable Specialist</strong> to manage high-volume vendor transactions and support operational finance. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and is familiar with the unique demands of the automotive service industry such as part number verification, core returns, purchase orders, and vendor disputes.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔹 Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process <strong>200–300 invoices weekly</strong>, ensuring accuracy of part numbers, quantities, and pricing before entering into the accounting system.</li><li>Match invoices to <strong>POs, repair orders, work orders, and delivery receipts</strong> while resolving discrepancies with mechanics, service advisors, and vendor reps.</li><li>Maintain and organize <strong>vendor files</strong>, including W-9s, terms agreements, statements, and credit memos.</li><li>Prepare <strong>weekly check runs</strong>, ACH payments, and manage credit card/online vendor portals.</li><li>Track <strong>cores, RMAs, and returned parts</strong>, ensuring proper credits are issued by suppliers.</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and follow up on open balances, aged items, and missing credits.</li><li>Support month-end closing with AP aging reports, accrual entries, and reconciliations.</li><li>Assist with fleet-related administrative tasks such as registration renewals and parts cost allocation.</li></ul>
<ul><li>2–4 years of Accounts Payable experience (industry experience highly preferred)</li><li>Automotive dealership or repair shop accounting experience is a big plus</li><li>Strong understanding of invoice flow, PO matching, and vendor reconciliation</li><li>Experience with systems such as <strong>CDK, Reynolds & Reynolds, QuickBooks, or Shop-Ware</strong></li><li>High attention to detail and excellent follow-through skills</li><li>Ability to work in a busy, hands-on environment</li><li>Strong communication skills to coordinate with shop personnel, vendors, and management</li></ul><p><br></p>
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- Escondido, CA
- onsite
- Temporary
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24.00 - 32.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>A fast-growing, family-owned <strong>automotive parts and fleet services company</strong> in Escondido is seeking a highly organized <strong>Accounts Payable Specialist</strong> to manage high-volume vendor transactions and support operational finance. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and is familiar with the unique demands of the automotive service industry such as part number verification, core returns, purchase orders, and vendor disputes.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔹 Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process <strong>200–300 invoices weekly</strong>, ensuring accuracy of part numbers, quantities, and pricing before entering into the accounting system.</li><li>Match invoices to <strong>POs, repair orders, work orders, and delivery receipts</strong> while resolving discrepancies with mechanics, service advisors, and vendor reps.</li><li>Maintain and organize <strong>vendor files</strong>, including W-9s, terms agreements, statements, and credit memos.</li><li>Prepare <strong>weekly check runs</strong>, ACH payments, and manage credit card/online vendor portals.</li><li>Track <strong>cores, RMAs, and returned parts</strong>, ensuring proper credits are issued by suppliers.</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and follow up on open balances, aged items, and missing credits.</li><li>Support month-end closing with AP aging reports, accrual entries, and reconciliations.</li><li>Assist with fleet-related administrative tasks such as registration renewals and parts cost allocation.</li></ul>
- 2025-12-08T18:48:42Z