Job Posting Detail
Position Title: Accounts Payable / Account Receivable Specialist
Dept. / Company: Accounting / Valley Vista Services
Location: City of Industry
Reports to: Accounting Manager
Salary Range: Starting at $25.00 per hour
Valley Vista Services is a family-owned & operated waste disposal company that has been serving the San Gabriel Valley and surrounding Los Angeles areas since 1957.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our Accounting team. This full-time position plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy of financial transactions and supporting the overall accounting function, including monthly closing procedures.
This is a full-time position.
Position Overview
The Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for performing a variety of tasks in both A/P and A/R functions, including billing support, payment processing, vendor communication, and reconciling financial records. This position supports the Accounting Manager in maintaining accurate records and contributing to timely month-end close processes.
Responsibilities:
Accounts Receivable
•Post customer payments (cash, checks, ACH, wires, credit cards) into the billing system
•Accept credit card payments from customers over the phone or via online portal
•Research and resolve payment discrepancies and misapplied payments
•Communicate with Sales and Customer Service to resolve billing issues and expedite receivables
•Document account actions and communication within system applications
•Assist with customer setup and manual billing for non-standard arrangements
•Prepare and enter billing adjustments, following standard operating procedures
•Support A/R reporting and reconciliation during monthly close
•Assist with special projects related to A/R processes
Accounts Payable
•Review, process, and reconcile vendor invoices for timely and accurate payment
•Match purchase orders to invoices and resolve discrepancies
•Prepare and process check runs, ACH, and wire payments with appropriate approvals
•Maintain various Excel spreadsheets for A/P tracking
•Manage 1099 documentation and reporting
•Ensure compliance with accounting policies and maintain financial records
•Support additional A/P functions as assigned
Required Qualifications
•1–2 years of experience in accounting or a related field
•Strong understanding of general ledger systems and A/P processing
•Experience with both accounts receivable and payable functions
•Strong organizational and analytical skills
•High attention to detail and accuracy
•Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Work Environment:
•Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the work day
•Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 25 pounds rarely
•Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements rarely
•Normal setting for this job: office setting
What we offer:
•The opportunity to learn and grow
•Competitive compensation and benefits
•Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage. Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
•401(k) plan with a generous company match
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
Education:
•High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
•Customer Service: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
Work Location: In person