Accounts Payable Specialist

This manufacturing company is a product‐focused environment where operational excellence is just as important as creativity. The Accounts Payable team plays a key role in keeping the business running smoothly, supporting a high volume of vendors, retail partners, and cross‐functional teams. Joining this group means contributing to a collaborative, detail‐driven department that values accuracy, clear communication, and a proactive approach to problem‐solving.Qualifications:1+ year experience in accounts payable dutiesAbility to do data entry for invoicesExperience with basic Excel functions, but pivot tables and VLOOKUPS preferredPrior experience working with a manufacturing company preferredNetsuite experience nice to haveJob DescriptionThe Accounts Payable Specialist will take ownership of key accounts payable functions across multiple entities, ensuring accurate invoice processing, timely payments, and clear communication with internal stakeholders and vendors. This role suits a highly organized professional who can manage multiple priorities, maintain strong attention to detail, and work both independently and collaboratively within the Accounts Payable team.Responsibilities include:+ Take initiative and ownership of assigned accounts payable activities, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on time.+ Manually enter vendor invoices into NetSuite for multiple entities using an Excel upload template.+ Download online invoices and ensure they are processed and entered into the system in a timely manner.+ Review accounts payable documents to confirm they are approved, complete, and compliant with company policy prior to issuing payment.+ Manually email remittance advice to vendors after payments are processed.+ Manage and monitor the accounts payable inbox, ensuring inquiries and requests are addressed promptly and professionally.+ Reconcile vendor statements to the accounts payable ledger, identifying and resolving discrepancies.+ Follow established accounts payable templates and procedures to maintain consistency and accuracy.+ Communicate daily with the Accounts Payable team using Microsoft Teams and other collaboration tools.+ Maintain positive, professional relationships with department managers and invoice approvers by following up on approvals and questions in a timely manner.+ Build and sustain strong vendor relationships through clear, courteous, and proactive communication.+ Prioritize and track multiple tasks and directives simultaneously, ensuring that no invoices, reconciliations, or communications are overlooked.+ Support month-end activities by ensuring invoices are entered accurately and on schedule.+ Ask clarifying questions when needed to resolve issues and ensure accurate processing.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Irvine, CA.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $25.00 - $26.00/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 TypeThis is a hybrid position in Irvine,CA.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 18, 2026.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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.