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AP Accountant

GHJ

Job Location:

Carson, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 26 - 28

Posted: 29 September 2026 (22 hours ago)

Application Deadline: 27 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

GHJ 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. GHJs relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand clients 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 Responsibilities

Process full-cycle high-volume accounts payable for multiple units
Review invoices for proper coding and supporting documentation
Maintain vendor records and support W-9 and 1099 requirements
Generate payments and research AP discrepancies and outstanding checks
Reconcile monthly AP aging reports and AP-related balance sheet accounts
Process corporate credit card expenses and employee reimbursements
Assist with journal entries accruals and monthly and year-end close
Support audit preparation and other accounting projects
Communicate with internal teams to resolve AP and accounting questions

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Accounting required
Recent graduates with a solid academic record are encouraged to apply
Strong understanding of debits and credits and basic accounting principles
Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
Prior accounting or AP experience is a plus but not required
Detail-oriented with strong accuracy and organizational skills
Self-motivated eager to learn and comfortable taking initiative
Collaborative attitude and strong communication skills

Why Join

Excellent entry point for a recent Accounting graduate
Hands-on training in a supportive learning environment
Exposure beyond AP into general ledger accounting close reconciliations and audits
Contract-to-hire opportunity with potential for long-term growth

$26 - $28 a year

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