Accounts Payable Accountant

Accounts Payable Accountant 

Reports To: Controller (Day-to-day guidance provided by Senior AP Accountant) 

Status: Full-time Exempt 

Location: Los Angeles (Little Tokyo Office) 

Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday (one day in office) 

Salary Range: $75,000.00 –  $85,000.00 (based on experience and qualifications) 

Are you passionate about giving back to your community and making a lasting difference in the lives of young people? 

Who We Are: 

In 1922, Woodcraft Rangers opened its doors in Los Angeles and began its mission of guiding young people as they explore pathways to purposeful lives. As a progressive organization, Woodcraft has always been responsive to the evolving needs of the communities served, and is notably inclusive, youth-led, and rooted in the Woodcraft Way, a holistic framework that develops body, mind, spirit, and service. Continuously at the forefront of expanded learning opportunities, Woodcraft Rangers has a rich history of making a significant impact in the greater Los Angeles area, believing that all youth are innately good, deserve the opportunity to realize their full potential, and should be an active participant in defining their own path. 

What We Do: 

Woodcraft Rangers provides TK-12 expanded learning programs, including before and after school, specialty enrichment, and summer learning. In the past few years, Woodcraft has expanded its menu of services beyond traditional afterschool programs and summer camps to include early learning, environmental and social justice, college access, and inclusion services for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Additionally, we offer LifeCraft, a college and career advancement program to support the development of approximately 2,000 staff. Today, Woodcraft Rangers serves more than 30,000 youth ages 4 to 18 each year across 150 plus Title I schools in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Riverside counties, and continues to expand its reach. 

Ideal Candidate: 

The ideal AP Accountant is a detail-oriented, dependable accounting professional who takes ownership of their work and understands that accuracy in every transaction directly supports Woodcraft Rangers’ ability to serve youth across Los Angeles. They are comfortable in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, eager to learn, and receptive to feedback and mentorship. They bring a strong work ethic, a collaborative spirit, and a genuine commitment to doing the work right — every time. 

Why Work for Woodcraft Rangers: 

• Competitive salary — commensurate with experience and qualifications 

• Paid vacation & sick time — generous time off to recharge 

• Lifecraft program — free college & career advancement for all staff 

• Upward mobility — promote-from-within culture 

• Health, dental & vision — comprehensive benefits coverage 

• 403(b) retirement plan — invest in your future 

• Pet insurance — because your whole family matters 

• Mission-driven work — impact 30,000+ young people annually 

Role Overview: 

We are seeking a motivated and detail-focused Accounts Payable Accountant to join the Finance & Accounting team at Woodcraft Rangers. This role is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, expense reimbursements, and disbursements in support of the organization’s mission. 

The AP Accountant works closely with the Senior AP Accountant and operates within the organization’s AP systems and policies to ensure every outgoing payment is properly documented, coded, and approved. This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional looking to grow their skills in a mission-driven nonprofit environment. 
 

Responsibilities: 

Invoice Processing & Payment Support 

• Receive, review, and process vendor invoices, ensuring proper documentation, authorization, and approval prior to payment 

• Code invoices accurately to the appropriate cost center, program, grant, or fund per the organization’s chart of accounts 

• Enter and submit invoices through Bill.com in accordance with established workflows and approval routing 

• Monitor the AP inbox and Bill.com queue to ensure invoices are received and processed in a timely manner 

• Prepare and process check runs, ACH payments, and other disbursements as directed 

• Match purchase orders, receiving documents, and invoices (three-way match) where applicable