Accounting Specialist

GHJ

Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
Perform three-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documentation.
Process vendor invoices, prepare check runs, and ensure timely payments.
Generate and distribute customer invoices accurately and on schedule.
Apply customer payments received through checks, ACH, and wire transfers.
Reconcile customer and vendor accounts, researching and resolving discrepancies.
Process authorized credits, refunds, and account adjustments.
Maintain accurate accounting records, vendor documentation, and payment information.
Coordinate with Purchasing, Receiving, and other departments to resolve invoice discrepancies.
Support customer credit reviews and other accounting projects as needed.

3+ years of hands-on accounting experience preferred, with exposure to both AP and AR.
Strong understanding of full-cycle accounts payable, billing, cash applications, and reconciliations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/accounting systems.
Manufacturing, construction, distribution, or similar industry experience preferred.
Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field is a plus.
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with customers, vendors, and internal teams.
Detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing multiple accounting responsibilities independently.

Join an established Southern California manufacturing business with a long history in the industry.
Become part of a stable, experienced accounting team.
Enjoy a well-rounded position with exposure to both AP and AR rather than a narrowly focused accounting role.
Work closely with the Controller and collaborate across multiple departments.
Opportunity to take ownership of accounting processes and contribute to a newly structured position.