Job Information
Aston Carter AP Specialist in Vista, California
AP Specialist
Job Description
As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will be responsible for processing vendor invoices, reviewing vendor packing slips, and ensuring timely payments of invoices for goods purchased. Your role will involve close collaboration with other departments to ensure accurate entry and coding of bills, and timely disbursement of checks.
Key responsibilities include verifying and recording transactions, resolving account discrepancies, communicating with vendors, and maintaining accurate financial records. You will also prepare electronic transfers, perform check runs, reconcile accounts payable transactions, and assist with month-end closings. The role requires maintaining confidentiality and performing various administrative tasks such as data entry and filing paperwork.
Hard Skills
1-3 years accounting experience with AP focus preferred
General understanding of principles of finance, bookkeeping and accounting
Intermediate proficiency in MS Office, preferably in Excel, Outlook, Teams
Time management skills, ability to organize/prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
Detail oriented
Ability to pivot as things change and take on extra responsibilities
Job Type
This is a 6 month Contract-to-Hire position.
Work Site
This is a fully on-site position in Vista, California.
Work Environment
You will work alongside a supervisor, a senior accountant, an assistant, two billers, and a collections specialist. The environment offers opportunities for cross-training within accounts receivable duties, ideal for those eager to expand their skills. The team culture emphasizes effective teamwork and adaptability, with a direct and confident supervisor who is open to feedback and growth.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.