Accounts Payable Coordinator

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Technician (Accounts Payable) to support a well-established organization in the Laguna Beach area. This contract position will primarily focus on accounts payable processing, invoice review, account coding, reconciliations, and general accounting support. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, comfortable working in a high-volume accounting environment, and able to ensure transactions are processed accurately and timely.

Key Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable transactions, including vendor invoices, check requests, reimbursements, and other payments.
• Review and audit invoices and AP transactions for accuracy, proper authorization, supporting documentation, and correct general ledger coding.
• Assist with check runs and ensure payments are processed accurately and according to established procedures.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and vendor inquiries.
• Reconcile accounts payable activity to the general ledger and assist with account reconciliations.
• Prepare journal entries, adjustments, and other accounting transactions as needed.
• Monitor expenditure accounts for accuracy and assist with identifying and correcting discrepancies.
• Maintain organized AP documentation and accounting records.
• Assist with month-end and year-end accounting activities, audit requests, and financial reporting.
• Work closely with internal departments to resolve accounting and payment-related questions.
• Provide additional accounting and administrative support to the Finance team as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous accounts payable and/or accounting technician experience required.
• Strong understanding of invoice processing, account coding, reconciliations, and general accounting procedures.
• Bachelors Degree in Accounting or related field preferred.
• Experience working with accounting or ERP systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.