Accounts Payable Accountant $26-$28HR

LHH is working with our client who is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Accountant to join our finance team. This role is critical in overseeing ACH and wire payments while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and security in transaction processing. The ideal candidate has experience with positive pay procedures to protect against fraud, along with a strong understanding of payment workflows. Compensation $26-$28HR Key Responsibilities: Manage and execute ACH and wire transfers, ensuring all transactions comply with company policy and regulatory requirements. Set up and maintain positive pay protocols to safeguard against unauthorized payments. Reconcile discrepancies in positive pay exceptions and resolve issues with the bank in a timely manner. Verify invoices, ensuring accuracy in vendor information, coding, and supporting documentation. Maintain strong vendor relationships by addressing payment inquiries, resolving discrepancies, and communicating payment statuses. Perform monthly account reconciliations for Accounts Payable sub-ledger and bank statements, ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately. Proactively identify opportunities to improve payment workflows and fraud prevention controls. Ensure compliance with SOX controls, internal policies, and regulatory requirements related to payment processing and positive pay activities. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Minimum of 2-3 years in Accounts Payable with hands-on experience in ACH, wire transfers, and positive pay procedures. Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and bank platforms; strong Excel skills. Excellent attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment. Pay Details: $26.00 to $28.00 per hour Search managed by: Desiree Salazar Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Created: 2024-11-19