Accounts Payable Specialist

A leading retail brand headquartered in Downtown Los Angeles, known for its innovative products and strong customer focus, continues to expand its footprint nationwide and is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to support its growing accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic, creative organization with a collaborative culture.

Position Summary :

The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for managing the full-cycle AP process, ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, payments, and expense reports. The ideal candidate has experience in a high-volume retail environment and thrives in a fast-paced setting where accuracy and efficiency are essential.

Key Responsibilities :

Process and code high-volume invoices, purchase orders, and payment requests in accordance with company policies.

Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents to ensure accuracy.

Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.

Prepare weekly check runs, ACH, and wire payments.

Maintain and update vendor profiles, including W-9 and 1099 information.

Assist with month-end close by preparing AP accruals and account reconciliations.

Collaborate cross-functionally with inventory, operations, and purchasing teams to ensure smooth invoice flow.

Support process improvements and automation initiatives within the AP department.

Qualifications :

2–4 years of full-cycle Accounts Payable experience, ideally within the retail or consumer products industry.

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.

Proficiency in Excel and accounting software (NetSuite, SAP, or similar ERP preferred).

Strong attention to detail, organizational, and analytical skills.

Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a hybrid team environment.

Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced, growth-oriented company.

Perks & Benefits :

Hybrid schedule (3 days onsite in DTLA, 2 remote)

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Employee discounts and retail perks

Collaborative, creative, and energetic culture

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county , to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.