Our client, a growing distribution company located in Brea is looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist.The Accounts Payable Specialist will prepare and process payments accurately and on time for amounts owed by the company, review and verify all purchase orders, statements, and invoices needed to prepare payments, reconcile bills and balances accounts, identify and resolve any discrepancies to an account, track all payment and transaction records using applicable systems. ResponsibilitiesTimely receive, sort, verify, code, and enter invoices into accounting software.Review all received invoices for appropriate supporting documentation and approval prior to payment.Verify received invoices using 3 way matching.Maintain accounting ledgers by posting accounts payable transactions to journals, ledgers and other records within accounting software.Track budgeted expenses and processes employee reimbursements by receiving and verifying expense reports.Monitor assigned accounts to ensure payments are up to date.Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues, following up as necessary.Maintain vendor relationships by responding to inquiries via phone, mail, and email.Verifies vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related accounts payable transactions.Maintains vendor files and historical records by filing necessary copies of vouchers, invoices or correspondence.Maintain financial security by following internal accounting controls and keeping company information strictly confidential.