Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

Los Angeles, CA

Own Your Future! Psomas is 100% employee-owned, creating a culture of shared accountability, stewardship, and long-term thinking. With no outside shareholders, decisions are guided by what's best for our people, our clients, and the communities we serve. As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you won't just contribute to projects-you'll be an owner helping shape the firm's continued success and legacy.

As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you won't just support accounting operations - you'll be an owner contributing to the firm's financial integrity and long-term success.

• The Psomas Advantage:
• Employee Ownership: 100% company-paid ESOP plus a 401(k) with immediate company match.
• People First Culture: We value diverse perspectives, collaborative leadership, and a shared commitment to technical excellence and people development.
• Hybrid Flexibility: A consistent 3/2 hybrid schedule that supports both collaboration and focused work.
• Career Growth: Structured career pathing, leadership development, and internal coaching designed to support long-term growth into senior leadership.
• DTLA Perks: Company-paid parking in downtown Los Angeles.

The Role:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Accounts Payable Specialist to support our accounting team in Los Angeles.

In this role, you will manage full-cycle accounts payable operations, including processing invoices, expense reports, and credit card statements, while ensuring accuracy and compliance across vendor records and payment workflows. You will prepare weekly check runs, maintain vendor files (including W-9s and ACH information), support 1099 reconciliation and filing, and assist with audit and reporting needs. You will also support accounting leadership with data entry, reconciliations, and ad hoc financial analysis as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• 2–3 years of general accounting experience
• Experience with full-cycle accounts payable processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and file management systems)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
• Experience with Deltek Vision or similar accounting systems

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: $26.00 – $32.00 per hour (commensurate with experience)
• Incentives: Discretionary bonus and recognition programs
• Time Off: 3 weeks PTO plus 8 paid holidays
• Total Rewards: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family, along with employee ownership and retirement benefits

Our Hiring Approach: Our recruiting team reviews every application personally and will keep you informed throughout the process. If your background aligns with what we need, we'll reach out to discuss next steps.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.