• Accounts Payable Specialist

    Aston Carter (Newport Beach, CA)


    Job Title: Accounts Payable SpecialistJob Description

     

    We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team. The role involves managing accounts payable functions across multiple locations, working closely with other AP Specialists and the AP Manager. This position is a 2-3 month contract with the potential to hire based on workload.

    Responsibilities

    + Manage the accounts payable inbox daily, ensuring bills are entered into Chase360 and responding to internal and external emails.

    + Reconcile vendor accounts receivable aging to our vendor payable balance.

    + Review new and updated vendor documentation for the AP Manager.

    + Ensure the correct processing of bills with additional backup attachments.

    + Properly code invoices for the general ledger and process transactions.

    + Establish and maintain strong relationships with employees and vendors.

    + Verify vendor accounts, handle payment discrepancies, and ensure check requests and employee expense reports are properly documented.

    + Download all online invoices to avoid late payments and file paperwork accurately.

    + Assist with W9s and 1099s to ensure proper tax reporting and keep informed of regulatory requirements.

    + Contribute to special projects as needed and work overtime when required.

    Essential Skills

    + 3+ years of accounts payable experience.

    + Strong communication skills.

    + Comfortable with change and adapting to new processes.

    + Experience working with an ERP system larger than QuickBooks.

    + Experience with vendor setup and invoice processing.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Basic Excel skills are a plus but not required.

    + Willingness to learn and be trained.

    + Experience with three-way match is preferred but not mandatory.

    Work Environment

    This is a fully onsite role with a requirement to process approximately 100 invoices per day, involving very manual entries. The position is initially for a 2-3 month contract, with potential for hire based on workload. The work environment is dynamic, requiring adaptability and a readiness to embrace new processes.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Newport Beach, California.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $24.04 - $30.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Newport Beach,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 2025.

    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.

     

    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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.