Accounts Payable Clerk at Align Aerospace – Chatsworth, California

If you're looking for a role where you:

• Just key invoices all day
• Don’t interact with other departments
• Don’t impact the business

This is not that job....

At Align Aerospace, Accounts Payable is a critical control point in our supply chain — you are validating transactions tied to real aerospace hardware that supports major OEMs and Tier 1 manufacturers.

You’re not just processing invoices.
You’re protecting accuracy, cost, and compliance across the entire operation.

Why Align Aerospace?

We are a global aerospace fastener distributor supporting some of the most advanced companies in the world.

But what makes us different?

• We move fast — no corporate red tape
• We invest in people — real growth, not empty promises
• We expect high performance — and reward it
• We build careers — not just fill roles

At Align, people come first — and performance matters

What You’ll Actually Be Doing

You’ll own a high-impact Accounts Payable function in a fast-paced, ERP-driven environment:

Control & Accuracy (This is where you stand out)

• Execute full-cycle AP using 3-way match (PO, receipt, invoice)
• Validate pricing, quantities, and terms tied to real inventory movement
• Ensure every payment is accurate, approved, and audit-ready

Problem Solving (Not just processing)

Investigate and resolve discrepancies:

• Pricing issues
• Short shipments
• Vendor errors
• Work directly with Purchasing, Warehouse, and Quality teams to fix problems at the source

Financial Impact

• Support payment runs (check, ACH, wire)
• Manage vendor relationships and statement reconciliations
• Contribute to cash flow visibility and financial accuracy

Process & Growth

• Use SAP + Excel to analyze trends and improve processes
• Identify inefficiencies and help us operate smarter
• Support audits and month-end close activities

What We’re Looking For

We’re not just hiring experience — we’re hiring ownership and mindset.

Must-Have:

• 2–4+ years of Accounts Payable or accounting experience in a high-volume environment
• Experience with 3-way match (PO, receipt, invoice)
• Strong Excel skills (you know your way around data —not just basic entry)
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred)

Big Plus:

• Experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or distribution
• Exposure to inventory-based environments
• Experience supporting audits or month-end close

What Makes You Stand Out:

• You don’t ignore problems — you solve them
• You don’t wait — you take ownership
• You don’t just process — you understand the “why” behind the numbers

What You Get

• Starting Pay: $50,440 + Annual Bonus
• Up to $5,000 performance bonus potential

Benefits:

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and FREE vision
• Company-paid life insurance + long-term disability
• Additional voluntary coverage options

Time Off:

• Paid time off
• 9 paid holidays

Flexibility:

• Standard schedule OR
• Alternative Workweek (every other Friday or Monday off)

Why This Role is a Career Move (Not Just a Job)

This role gives you:

• Real exposure to supply chain + finance integration
• Experience in a regulated, audit-driven environment (AS9100)
• Cross-functional visibility (you’ll work with multiple departments daily)

Final Word

If you want:

• A role where your work actually matters
• A team that moves fast and expects more
• A company that will challenge you and grow you

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Align Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on any protected basis under federal, state, or local law.