LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a client to hire a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Specialist fo a contract opportunity in Sacramento, California. This role is integral to managing the company’s financial obligations by ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices and payments. Ideally you will have a strong understanding of accounting principles, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

PLEASE NOTE: All duties for this role are performed at the client’s office in Sacramento, California.

Key Responsibilities

• Invoice Processing: Review, verify, and process a high volume of vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.

• Payment Management: Prepare and process payments via check, ACH, and wire transfers; monitor accounts to ensure timely payments and address issues proactively.

• Reconciliation: Reconcile accounts payable transactions and vendor statements; resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.

• Record Maintenance: Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounts payable records; assist with month-end closing activities related to accounts payable, including reconciliations and accruals.

• Vendor Communication: Communicate with vendors to resolve any issues related to payments or invoices; manage the accounts payable email inbox and respond to inquiries promptly and professionally.

• Compliance & Reporting: Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures related to accounts payable; assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.

• Expense Reporting: Review and process employee expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies and proper documentation.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

• Experience: Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage 300 ERP) and Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables).

• Knowledge: Strong understanding of accounting principles and accounts payable processes.

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external vendors.

• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail; ability to handle sensitive and confidential information responsibly.

• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Next Steps:

Please include your current resume with your online application.

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance