Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support a busy accounting team in Long Beach, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is well suited for someone who values accuracy, takes ownership of daily work, and contributes to a well-organized payables process. The role offers the chance to handle core AP activities, partner with internal teams, and help strengthen operational efficiency within the department.

Responsibilities:
• Manage a high volume of vendor invoices, ensuring entries are completed accurately and within required timelines.
• Examine invoices, purchase orders, and related backup to confirm documentation is complete and aligned before processing.
• Apply correct account coding and verify that approvals are in place prior to releasing payments.
• Investigate billing issues, respond to vendor questions, and work through discrepancies to reach timely resolution.
• Maintain up-to-date vendor information and ...