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Accounts Payable Specialist
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Whittier, California. This long-term contract position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the financial operations of a dynamic construction company. The ideal candidate will excel in managing accounts payable processes, ensuring accuracy in payments, and maintaining strong vendor relationships.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Verify and post receipts to secure revenue while resolving any discrepancies that arise.<br>• Match vendor receivers with purchase orders generated by the purchasing department.<br>• Manage, review, and process all accounts payable tasks within Sage 100 software.<br>• Ensure accurate and timely payments to vendors and service providers.<br>• Address invoice discrepancies by collaborating with purchasing teams and communicating directly with vendors.<br>• Prepare weekly and monthly reports for management, covering payables, overtime, and receivers.<br>• Coordinate with vendors to ensure invoices and bills are submitted to accounts payable promptly.<br>• Maintain consistent communication between the accounts payable department and other corporate entities.
• At least 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a construction or contracting environment.<br>• Proficiency in QuickBooks, Sage 100, and Microsoft Office applications.<br>• Strong skills in Excel with the ability to create and analyze spreadsheets.<br>• Experience in a business-to-consumer (B2C) setting.<br>• Knowledge of accounts payable processes, including account coding and invoice management.<br>• Familiarity with Automated Clearing House (ACH) payments and check runs.<br>• Excellent organizational and communication skills to manage vendor relationships effectively.
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  • Whittier, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 28.50 - 33.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Whittier, California. This long-term contract position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the financial operations of a dynamic construction company. The ideal candidate will excel in managing accounts payable processes, ensuring accuracy in payments, and maintaining strong vendor relationships.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Verify and post receipts to secure revenue while resolving any discrepancies that arise.<br>• Match vendor receivers with purchase orders generated by the purchasing department.<br>• Manage, review, and process all accounts payable tasks within Sage 100 software.<br>• Ensure accurate and timely payments to vendors and service providers.<br>• Address invoice discrepancies by collaborating with purchasing teams and communicating directly with vendors.<br>• Prepare weekly and monthly reports for management, covering payables, overtime, and receivers.<br>• Coordinate with vendors to ensure invoices and bills are submitted to accounts payable promptly.<br>• Maintain consistent communication between the accounts payable department and other corporate entities.
  • 2026-01-22T17:24:25Z

Accounts Payable Specialist Job in Whittier, CA | Robert Half