<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Analyst to join a local government organization in Long Beach, California in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports procurement operations through purchasing execution, spend and performance analysis, and reporting that helps leaders make informed decisions. The role also works closely with vendors and internal stakeholders to maintain compliant purchasing practices, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen overall service delivery.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze purchasing, supplier, and spend data to identify patterns, measure performance, and support more effective procurement decisions.</p><p>• Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations that translate procurement data into clear recommendations for leadership and departmental stakeholders.</p><p>• Process purchase requisitions, obtain competitive pricing, and coordinate the acquisition of goods and services in accordance with public sector policies and procedures.</p><p>• Monitor active agreements by tracking expiration dates, renewal timelines, and vendor documentation to help maintain compliance and continuity.</p><p>• Assist with vendor management activities, including quote evaluation, service follow-up, and performance monitoring to support quality outcomes.</p><p>• Provide day-to-day administrative coordination for procurement operations, helping maintain organized records and efficient departmental workflows.</p><p>• Support initiatives focused on improving procurement processes, including the use of new tools, reporting methods, and operational systems where needed.</p><p>• Contribute to other purchasing and analytical assignments as business needs evolve.</p>
<p>The market is heating up for Accounts Receivable Specialists. Companies, small and large, are looking for skilled Accounts Receivable (A/R) Specialists for temporary and temporary to full-time opportunities. As an Accounts Receivable (A/R) Specialists you should have experience with the entering, posting and reconciling of batches, researching and resolving customer A/R issues, preparing aging reports, placing billing and collection calls, maintaining the cash receipts journal, as well as updating and reconciling the sub-ledger to the G/L. Accounts Receivable (A/R) Specialist candidates should have good attention to detail and strong Microsoft Excel skills. If you are an Accounts Receivable (A/R) Specialists and want to join our team, please apply today!</p><p>Billing Disputes:</p><p>· Resolve billing discrepancies with customers promptly.</p><p>· Communicate with internal teams to address and correct billing issues.</p><p>Payment Processing:</p><p>· Record and apply customer payments to their respective accounts.</p><p>· Reconcile payments received with outstanding invoices.</p><p>Credit Management:</p><p>· Evaluate and set credit limits for customers.</p><p>· Monitor customer credit balances and follow up on overdue payments.</p><p>Cash Application:</p><p>· Apply cash received to the appropriate customer accounts.</p><p>· Reconcile discrepancies between payments and invoices.</p><p>Aging Reports:</p><p>· Generate and analyze accounts receivable aging reports.</p><p>· Identify and address overdue accounts and potential risks.</p><p>Customer Communication:</p><p>· Communicate with customers regarding payment terms and outstanding balances.</p><p>· Provide necessary documentation and information to support payment inquiries.</p><p>Refunds and Adjustments:</p><p>· Process customer refunds or adjustments when necessary.</p><p>· Ensure proper documentation and approval for any adjustments.</p><p>Reconciliation:</p><p>· Reconcile accounts receivable sub-ledger with the general ledger.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>The Accounts Receivable Specialist will manage full-cycle AR functions, including invoicing, cash applications, collections, and account reconciliations. Experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment is highly preferred due to the complexity of customer billing, freight terms, deductions, and chargebacks.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Generate and distribute customer invoices accurately and timely</li><li>Post daily cash receipts (ACH, wires, lockbox, credit card)</li><li>Perform account reconciliations and maintain AR aging schedules</li><li>Manage collections efforts and follow up on past-due accounts</li><li>Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, deductions, and chargebacks</li><li>Partner with Sales and Customer Service to resolve customer disputes</li><li>Assist with month-end close (AR reconciliations, bad debt analysis)</li><li>Prepare reports related to aging, DSO, and cash flow forecasting</li><li>Support year-end audit requests</li></ul>