Accounts Payable

Job Title: Junior Accountant / Accounts Payable (AP)
Location: Commerce, CA
Reports to: Accounting Senior Manager
Job Type: Full-time, Exempt

Role Summary

The Junior Accountant is responsible for managing financial transactions with a focus on accounts payable, vendor account maintenance, and entry recording. This role supports the Accounting & Finance team with essential financial duties and month-end close processes.

Primary Responsibilities

• Set up new vendors following financial policies and procedures.
• Verify, review, and process vendor invoices.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies between vendor statements and ledger.
• Monthly AP aging reconciliation and follow-up on outstanding invoices or credits.
• Perform bank reconciliations and prepare reconciliation reports.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth month-end closing.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external teams on various projects.
• Assist in preparing annual 1099 forms, audits, and reports.
• Support additional accounting-related tasks as needed.

Core Competencies

• Basic knowledge of accounting principles.
• Ethical conduct and attention to detail.
• Teamwork and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Experience: 2-3 years in accounts payable; SAP experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable functions, basic accounting principles, and procedures.
• High attention to detail and the ability to work independently within strict deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables.
• Familiarity with Certify or SAP Concur a plus.
• Bilingual in English and Korean preferred.

Benefits

• 401(k) with a 5% match
• Dental, health, vision, and life insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Employee discounts
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule: Monday to Friday