Position Summary:
Bear Flag Fish Company is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Entry-Level Accounts Payable Clerk to join our
accounting team! This role supports daily accounts payable operations, including invoice
processing, maintaining accurate financial records, and preparing payment documentation. This
is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin a career in accounting or finance and
gain hands-on experience in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
This position offers a hybrid work schedule, with a combination of in-office and remote work
following the initial training period.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review, code, and enter vendor invoices accurately into the accounting system
- Match purchase orders, invoices, and receiving documentation
- Verify approvals and resolve discrepancies with vendors or internal departments
- Prepare check runs and payment batches for review and approval (does not process
- or release payments)
- Maintain organized digital and physical vendor files
- Reconcile vendor statements and follow up on outstanding items
- Respond to vendor inquiries in a professional and timely manner
- Assist with month-end closing tasks and reporting
- Support audits by providing requested documentation
- Perform general administrative and accounting support duties as assigned
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Associate degree or coursework in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred
- 0–1 year of accounting or office experience (internships welcome)
- Basic knowledge of accounting principles is a plus
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
- Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, or similar) helpful but not
- required
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Good organizational and time-management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to handle confidential information responsibly
- Skills & Attributes
- Reliable and punctual
- Eager to learn and take initiative
- Comfortable working with numbers and data entry
- Team-oriented with a positive attitude
- Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Work Environment & Benefits
- Hybrid schedule (in-office and remote flexibility after training)
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- On-the-job training and growth opportunities
- Competitive pay and benefits
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
company description
Bear Flag was founded in 2007 by Thomas and Erika Carson, inspired by a lifelong passion for fishing and fresh, sustainable seafood. What started in Newport Beach has grown to locations in Huntington Beach and Newport Coast, along with our sister restaurants, Wild Taco and Circle Hook.
We’re always looking for great people to come aboard and join the crew! If you bring positive energy, work hard, and take pride in what you do, you’ll fit right in here.
Our team is built on people who care about great food, great service, and supporting each other. Many of our crew members start here and grow with us over the years.
If you’re ready to jump in, work hard, and be part of the crew — we’d love to meet you.