Posted 31 July, 2026
Accounts Payable Manager
LHH US
Montebello, CA, US
Full Time
Job Description
Job Description
Accounts Payable Manager (Interim)
Location: Montebello, CA
Pay: Up to $57.69 an hour
Type: Interim (3-6 months) 100% on-site
Reports to: Corporate Controller
Team: Manage 6
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to oversee the accounts payable process and lead a team of professionals for a large manufacturing and distribution client. This is a temporary role for 3-6 months and the role requires strong leadership, process improvement capabilities, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a high-volume workload while maintaining accuracy and compliance.
Accounts Payable Manager
The Accounts Payable Manager will be responsible for assessing and cleaning up the AP aging to ensure accurate vendor balances and timely payment processing. This individual will evaluate current workflows, identify inefficiencies, and implement process improvements to streamline the accounts payable function, increase payment speed, strengthen controls, and enhance overall operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of reducing backlogs, improving aging metrics, and driving continuous improvement within the AP department.
Key Responsibilities:
Please click Apply Now and upload your resume. I will call you to discuss the details.
Recruiter: Letty Stuard
Email: letty.stuard@ lhh.com
Phone: 310-528-0498
LHH Recruitment Solutions
Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.
***Local candidates only will be considered.
Pay Details: $50.00 to $57.00 per hour
Search managed by: Letty Stuard
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
Location: Montebello, CA
Pay: Up to $57.69 an hour
Type: Interim (3-6 months) 100% on-site
Reports to: Corporate Controller
Team: Manage 6
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to oversee the accounts payable process and lead a team of professionals for a large manufacturing and distribution client. This is a temporary role for 3-6 months and the role requires strong leadership, process improvement capabilities, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a high-volume workload while maintaining accuracy and compliance.
Accounts Payable Manager
The Accounts Payable Manager will be responsible for assessing and cleaning up the AP aging to ensure accurate vendor balances and timely payment processing. This individual will evaluate current workflows, identify inefficiencies, and implement process improvements to streamline the accounts payable function, increase payment speed, strengthen controls, and enhance overall operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of reducing backlogs, improving aging metrics, and driving continuous improvement within the AP department.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review, reconcile, and clean up aged accounts payable balances.
- Analyze existing AP processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
- Develop and implement streamlined payment workflows to accelerate invoice processing and vendor payments.
- Identify bottlenecks and establish best practices to reduce processing times.
- Collaborate with accounting, procurement, and operations teams to improve cross-functional processes.
- Monitor AP metrics and provide recommendations for ongoing process optimization.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and accounting procedures.
- Lead and mentor the accounts payable team, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
- Implement and maintain AP policies and procedures.
- Oversee invoice processing, payment approvals, and vendor relations.
- Prepare reports on AP activities, including aging and cash flow analysis.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and assist with audits.
- Manage vendor master files and resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Diploma in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
- Minimum 5-7 years of AP experience with team leadership.
- Proficiency in AP systems and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
- Teamwork - Collaborative and supportive approach.
- Ethics - Integrity and professionalism in all interactions.
- Critical Thinking - Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively.
Please click Apply Now and upload your resume. I will call you to discuss the details.
Recruiter: Letty Stuard
Email: letty.stuard@ lhh.com
Phone: 310-528-0498
LHH Recruitment Solutions
Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.
***Local candidates only will be considered.
Pay Details: $50.00 to $57.00 per hour
Search managed by: Letty Stuard
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
