Accounts Payable Specialist - Ultimate Staffing Services

Ultimate Staffing is partnering with a dynamic client in Fresno to find an Accounts Payable Specialist who's ready to make an impact! If you're passionate about numbers, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and love tackling financial challenges, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join a collaborative and energetic team where your skills will drive results and help streamline essential financial processes. If you're eager to take the next step in your career and contribute your expertise, we'd love to connect with you!

Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist

Location: Fresno, CA

Position Type: Temp to Hire

Payrate: $23-30/hr (DOE)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team. The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for managing the company's outgoing payments, ensuring all invoices are processed accurately and on time, and maintaining strong relationships with vendors. This role requires a solid understanding of accounting principles, excellent time management, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review, verify, and process vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Manage the accounts payable process, including coding, matching, and entering invoices into the accounting system.
• Ensure timely payments to vendors by processing check runs, wire transfers, and ACH payments.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies or issues with invoices.
• Monitor and maintain accurate records of accounts payable, including payment schedules and past due amounts.
• Collaborate with the procurement team to ensure proper documentation and approval for all purchases.
• Assist with month-end closing procedures, including accounts payable reconciliations and accruals.
• Prepare and maintain reports related to accounts payable activity.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers.
• Assist with audits by providing documentation and answering inquiries related to accounts payable.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable or a similar accounting role.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, or Oracle) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with internal teams and external vendors.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. To the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.