Accounts Payable Jobs in California

An Accounts Payable (AP) specialist plays a critical role in the accounting industry by managing and reconciling all invoices received for payment and for executing all transactions related to expenditures in a timely manner. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and efficient payment processing, maintaining financial reports, records, and general ledgers, and performing general bookkeeping. Their duties also involve managing vendor relations, resolving any invoice discrepancies, and preparing analyses of accounts. For this role, it's essential to have strong communication and organization skills, along with proficiency in relevant accounting software and MS Office.

Important certifications for an Accounts Payable specialist include Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAPP) or Certified Bookkeeper (CB). These certifications validate one's knowledge and expertise in the field and can enhance career prospects. A strong background in mathematics or finance is also beneficial. Prior to becoming an Accounts Payable specialist, a person may work as an Accounts Payable Clerk, Bookkeeper, or Accounting Assistant. These roles provide essential experience in managing financial records and transactions, which is vital for succeeding in an Accounts Payable role.

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Accounts Payable Analyst

  • Culver City, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Culver City, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Title : Accounts Payable Analyst Location: Culver City, CA 90232 Duration: 12 Months 35978621 Hybrid Minimum 3+ years of experience in Vendor and Invoice management....

Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable

  • Signal Hill, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Signal Hill, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Accounts Payables/Payroll Officer -Managing accounts payable using accounting software and other programs. -Handling accounts payables separate entities and vendors. -Analyzing workflow processes....

Vendor Payables Specialist

  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 hours ago

We're hiring an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a well-established organization in a hybrid rolejust one day onsite per week in a convenient downtown location....

Accounts Payable Specialist

  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Join Our Team as an Accounts Payable Specialist! Are you a detail-driven Accounts Payable (AP) powerhouse looking for your next exciting challenge?...

Accounts Payable Analyst

  • Pasadena, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Pasadena, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Accounts Payable,Procurement experience preferred in a fast paced, heavy volume environment. location: Pasadena, California job type: Contract salary: $45 - 48 per hour work hours: 8am to 5pm education...

Accounts Payable Specialist

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 12 hours ago

The Accounts Payable Specialist will have a minimum of 7 years' experience, preferably in a law firm environment....

Accounts Payable/Office Manager/Administrative Assistant

  • Petaluma, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Petaluma, CA
  • 13 hours ago

Orders, receives and maintains office and kitchen supplies while ensuring their proper upkeep The ideal candidate will have: Previous accounts payable experience General understanding of a general ledger...

Accounts Payable Clerk Urgently hiring! 824497

  • Irvine, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 13 hours ago

Accounts Payable Clerk | Urgently Hiring!...

Accounts Payable Associate

  • Petaluma, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Petaluma, CA
  • 13 hours ago

Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for an Accounts Payable Associate Position type: Fulltime Duration: Open Ended Location: Petaluma, CA As a Accounts Payable Associate you will: Enters Vendor bills...

Accounts Payable Specialist

  • San Mateo, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • San Mateo, CA
  • 13 hours ago

Accounts Payable Specialist San Mateo, CA IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is looking for an AP Specialist to support IXL's accounts payable...

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Accounts Payable Representative (remote)

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 13 hours ago

Accounts Payable Representative (remote)** **Job Summary** Performing T&E audits and handling inbound and outbound calls related to Travel & Expense (T&E)....

Remote Work

Accounts Payable Supervisor

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 15 hours ago

The Accounts Payable Supervisor is responsible for managing the entire accounts payable cycle, from initially processing vendor invoices and expense reports to eventual payments and reimbursements (...

Accounts Payable Manager

  • CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • CA
  • 18 hours ago

Qualifications 7+ years of accounts payable experience, with 3+ years in a management role....

Admin Assistant III (Accounts Payable Specialist) University of California San Francisco

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Accounts Payable (A/P) is a key unit of the UCSF Health Accounting Office....

Admin Assistant / Accounts Payable (Part-Time & Flexible Schedule)

  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 22 hours ago

General contractor looking to hire an administrative assistant with basic knowledge and skills on the following: * Part-time (20 hours a week) and flexible hours -Proficient in Microsoft Office -Accounts...

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Salary for Accounts Payable Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAccounting research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Accounts Payables in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.2%
Master's Degree
17.4%
Associate's Degree
14.0%
High School or GED
12.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.2%
Some College
1.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Accounts Payables in California
Less than 1 year
29.7%
4-6 years
24.0%
2-4 years
22.2%
1-2 years
21.3%
None
2.5%
6-8 years
0.3%


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