We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in Santa Maria, California. This is a long-term contract position suited for someone who is highly attentive to detail and thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will play a key role in managing accounts payable processes for multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in invoice processing and payments. Responsibilities: • Process invoices, including coding and verifying accuracy, to ensure timely payments. • Manage accounts payable for up to 17 entities, handling approximately 500 invoices and hundreds of purchase orders. • Conduct check runs and reconcile accounts to maintain financial accuracy. • Collaborate with a team of four AP staff members to streamline workflows and meet deadlines. • Communicate effectively with internal departments and vendors to address payment inquiries. • Support occasional overtime needs to meet high-volume processing demands. • Maintain organized records and documentation for auditing and reporting purposes. • Utilize straightforward accounting systems to perform daily tasks efficiently. • Assist in resolving discrepancies and improving processes where necessary. • Report directly to management and provide updates on accounts payable activities.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in accounts payable or related roles. • Proficiency in coding invoices, invoice processing, and conducting check runs. • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. • Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. • Comfortable managing high volumes of invoices and purchase orders. • Willingness to work occasional overtime as required. • Familiarity with basic accounting systems and processes. • Excellent communication skills to liaise with vendors and internal teams.

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Santa Maria, CA
onsite
Temporary
20.00 - 25.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in Santa Maria, California. This is a long-term contract position suited for someone who is highly attentive to detail and thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will play a key role in managing accounts payable processes for multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in invoice processing and payments. Responsibilities: • Process invoices, including coding and verifying accuracy, to ensure timely payments. • Manage accounts payable for up to 17 entities, handling approximately 500 invoices and hundreds of purchase orders. • Conduct check runs and reconcile accounts to maintain financial accuracy. • Collaborate with a team of four AP staff members to streamline workflows and meet deadlines. • Communicate effectively with internal departments and vendors to address payment inquiries. • Support occasional overtime needs to meet high-volume processing demands. • Maintain organized records and documentation for auditing and reporting purposes. • Utilize straightforward accounting systems to perform daily tasks efficiently. • Assist in resolving discrepancies and improving processes where necessary. • Report directly to management and provide updates on accounts payable activities.
2025-09-15T22:29:01Z

Accounts Payable Clerk Job in Santa Maria | Robert Half