Accounts Payable Clerk  

Position: Accounts Payable Clerk

Date Posted: September 4, 2025

Industry: Finance / Accounting

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: Minimum 2 years in Accounts Payable corporate accounting environment

Qualification: Bachelor’s degree or AA in Finance or Accounting (or equivalent education/experience)

Salary: $47,040.00 To $65,000.00 Annually

Location: San Francisco, CA, United States · REMOTE (Pacific Standard Time)

Company: Lighthouse

Description:

Lighthouse is looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk (PST hours) to join its Finance team. This position is responsible for managing the full accounts payable process, supporting both month-end and year-end financial reporting, and ensuring timely and accurate financial operations. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle the full Accounts Payable cycle, including vendor approvals, invoice processing, PO two-way matching, and cash disbursement entries.
• Monitor the AP email inbox and coordinate with the India team to ensure timely resolution of queries.
• Maintain internal controls and compliance with security procedures, supporting audits when required.
• Review invoices, identify discrepancies, and resolve unusual or questionable charges.
• Assist with new vendor setup and onboarding in Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365).
• Process expense reports and handle Concur-related accounting functions.
• Provide backup support for American Express (Amex) and insurance-related accounting duties.
• Act as backup for the Purchase Order process, ensuring cross-departmental compliance.
• Prepare monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and reclassifications for AP, credit cards, accrued payables, and other accounts.
• Manage daily cash disbursements and cash transfers.
• Generate vendor balance analyses, trend reports, and cash flow forecasting reports.
• Assist with annual 1099 filings and year-end reporting.
• Support month-end close processes.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial and organizational information.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Finance/Accounting or equivalent experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in Accounts Payable within a corporate setting.
• Basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact at all organizational levels.
• Problem-solving mindset with adaptability in a fast-changing environment.
• Highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented, capable of managing competing priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to work remotely, adhering to Pacific Standard Time (8 AM PST)

Work Environment:

• Duties performed primarily in a home office/remote setting.
• Requires computer use, phone communication, and reading of printed material.
• Occasionally may require work outside normal hours, including evenings or weekends.

Benefits:
Lighthouse offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, life & AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, and wellness programs. Additional perks include flexible PTO, paid volunteer days, and optional plans such as accident, hospitalization, critical illness, and pet insurance. Employees may also participate in an annual bonus or incentive program.

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