Accounts Payable Associate

Accounts Payable Associate 

Location: Cerritos, CA
Pay: $22–$25 per hour (DOE)
Schedule: Full-Time, On-site

A growing corporate office in Cerritos is seeking a skilled Accounts Payable Associate to join its Finance & Accounting team. This is a high-volume, fast-paced role where accuracy, organization, and follow-through matter. If you enjoy working with numbers, want to grow your accounting skills, and like being part of a strong internal team, this is a great fit.

Why You Will Want to Work Here

This company offers a level of stability and long-term growth that is hard to find today. As one of the largest and most established organizations in its industry, the company operates with a strong financial foundation and a commitment to investing in its people. Employees enjoy a supportive environment where hard work is recognized, training is encouraged, and career advancement is absolutely possible.

This company offers:

• Long-term job stability with a well-established, multi-location organization.
• Internal growth opportunities for individuals who show initiative and reliability.
• Strong leadership support and a team that values accuracy, accountability, and professionalism.
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, life insurance, and paid time off.
• A culture that genuinely prioritizes teamwork, respect, and operational excellence.
• A fast-paced environment where your contributions make a visible impact.
• The chance to be part of an essential industry that continues to expand every year.

It is a great fit for someone who wants to build a stable accounting career in a company known for treating its employees well and providing real opportunities for growth.

About the Role

In this position, you will be responsible for processing vendor invoices, matching to purchase orders, verifying coding, resolving discrepancies, updating vendor accounts, and supporting month-end close. You will work closely with internal departments and vendors and play a key role in keeping the AP function accurate and efficient.

This role offers long-term stability, training, and opportunities to grow within the accounting department.

What You Will Do

• Process AP invoices, including PO matching, coding, approvals, and data entry.
• Ensure invoices are coded to correct GL accounts, departments, and locations.
• Review vendor statements and reconcile outstanding invoices.
• Maintain vendor records and update information as needed.
• Prioritize and route incoming invoices and mail.
• Research discrepancies and respond to vendor and internal inquiries.
• Support month-end closing and maintain accurate AP documentation.
• Assist with additional accounting projects as needed.

What We Are Looking For

• 2+ years Accounts Payable experience (required).
• Experience with Sage, BrightOrder/Kona, or other ERP systems preferred.
• Strong accuracy, attention to detail, and follow-through.
• Ability to handle high-volume AP processing.
• Proficient with Excel, Word, and 10-key by touch.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Reliable, organized, and able to meet deadlines.

Compensation

• $22–$25 per hour (based on experience)

Benefits Upon Hire with the company

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Life insurance
• Stable, long-term growth opportunity in a corporate environment