AP Accountant

Carson, CAClient Opportunities – Accounting /Temp to Hire /On-siteGHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.A mission-driven nonprofit organization is seeking AP Accountants to join its finance team and support high-volume accounts payable and general accounting activities. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent Accounting graduate looking to build hands-on experience in a supportive, teaching-focused environment with training and long-term growth potential.The AP Accountant will process full-cycle accounts payable for multiple units while gaining exposure to general ledger accounting, journal entries, reconciliations, month-end close, and audit support.

The role works closely with an Accounting Supervisor and serves as a key resource for field teams on AP-related questions.Key ResponsibilitiesProcess full-cycle, high-volume accounts payable for multiple unitsReview invoices for proper coding and supporting documentationMaintain vendor records and support W-9 and 1099 requirementsGenerate payments and research AP discrepancies and outstanding checksReconcile monthly AP aging reports and AP-related balance sheet accountsProcess corporate credit card expenses and employee reimbursementsAssist with journal entries, accruals, and monthly and year-end closeSupport audit preparation and other accounting projectsCommunicate with internal teams to resolve AP and accounting questionsQualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting requiredRecent graduates with a solid academic record are encouraged to applyStrong understanding of debits and credits and basic accounting principlesStrong Excel and Microsoft Office skillsPrior accounting or AP experience is a plus, but not requiredDetail-oriented with strong accuracy and organizational skillsSelf-motivated, eager to learn, and comfortable taking initiativeCollaborative attitude and strong communication skillsWhy Join?Excellent entry point for a recent Accounting graduateHands-on training in a supportive learning environmentExposure beyond AP into general ledger accounting, close, reconciliations, and auditsContract-to-hire opportunity with potential for long-term growth$26 - $28 a year#GHJSS #LI-LM1We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.