Accounts Payable (Part-time)

The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute, a nonpartisan organization in Simi Valley, CA, and Washington, D.C., preserves history and inspires future leaders through education and civic engagement. President Reagan established it to continue his legacy and promote his core principles—individual liberty, economic opportunity, limited government, freedom, and national pride.

We seek an experienced Part-Time Accounts Payable Specialist to work on-site for 25 – 28 hours per week as part of a small finance department that handles all accounting, report preparation, accounts payable and accounts receivable, audit, budget, and tax reporting.

Best-in-Class Benefits and Culture:

We value our employees’ time and efforts, and our commitment to your success is reflected in a competitive compensation of $25.00 to $30.00 per hour, depending on experience, along with an extensive benefits package. This is an excellent opportunity to join a prestigious organization, take part in world-class events, and help promote the legacy of our nation’s fortieth president.

The part-time employee benefits package includes:

• 48 hours of paid time off (PTO) per year for the first five years, with a step up to 60 hours after the 5th year.
• Retirement plan with 10% employer contribution per year after 12 months of service and at least 1,000 hours worked yearly.
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

To thrive, you should have:

• Good interpersonal, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of Accounts Payable experience with solid knowledge of accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP) and familiarity with financial systems and subledger/general ledger structure.
• High attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays for special events and Foundation programs.
• Ability to work between 25 and 28 hours per week.

At the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute, we are an ethical, collaborative, and high-performing team grounded in President Reagan’s values. You’ll thrive here if you act with integrity, treat others with respect, pursue excellence in all you do, and communicate openly to achieve shared goals.

What You’ll Be Doing:

As a Part-Time Accounts Payable Specialist, you will manage the weekly A/P process for the entire organization, including collecting, reviewing, and accurately entering invoices and expense reports. You’ll ensure timely payments, follow up with staff for missing information or coding, and clarify A/P policies as needed. Additionally, you’ll handle administrative tasks such as sorting, filing, labeling, and maintaining organized financial records.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities as the Accounts Payable Specialist – Part-Time Include:

Maintain accurate vendor records, including collecting and updating W-9 forms and payment information.

Process manual payments such as wires and other electronic transactions.

Monitor open A/P balances and vendor statements to ensure timely resolution of outstanding items.

Assist with the preparation and filing of annual 1099s for vendors.

Support Foundation events as needed, including occasional after-hours public engagements.

Join a Legacy. Fuel a Mission. Shape History. Apply Today! 

Now is the time to step into a role where your work supports one of the most inspiring legacies in American history and powers a mission rooted in liberty, democracy, and national pride. If you're detail-driven, organized, and passionate about meaningful work, we want you on our team.

We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.