<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Lead to join our team in California on a Contract to Permanent basis. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who can guide day-to-day payables operations, strengthen vendor relationships, and keep financial processes accurate and timely. The position plays a key part in supporting monthly close activities, audit readiness, and consistent payment practices across the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily accounts payable activity, ensuring invoices are reviewed, coded, and processed accurately within established timelines.</p><p>• Manage vendor account reconciliation by examining statements, addressing discrepancies, and resolving overdue items in a timely manner.</p><p>• Handle complex supplier concerns and escalated payment matters while fostering responsive, service-oriented vendor relationships.</p><p>• Support internal teams with accounts payable requests, including urgent payment needs, manual check coordination, and vendor-related issue resolution.</p><p>• Set up new suppliers in Oracle, maintain vendor records, and organize W-9 documentation while keeping existing tax information current.</p><p>• Process employee reimbursements and petty cash activity with close attention to policy compliance and proper documentation.</p><p>• Administer invoice and payment processing for assigned entities, including preparing check runs and coordinating ACH-related payment activity.</p><p>• Compile accounts payable accrual information for month-end close and partner with the Controller to provide documentation for annual audit requests.</p><p>• Evaluate existing workflows, recommend process improvements, and uphold strong internal controls that align with company and audit standards.</p><p>• Review payment timing and help organize check run schedules to support effective cash flow management and standard operating procedures.</p>