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At SmartStop® Self Storage, we believe in embracing change, driving innovation, and elevating every team member’s journey.
About Us
SmartStop® Self Storage (NYSE: SMST) is one of the largest and fastest-growing self-storage operators in North America. Headquartered in sunny Ladera Ranch, CA, we operate 200+ properties across 24 states in the U.S. and four provinces in Canada, with more than 18.7 million rentable square feet of storage space. With a recently acquired third party property management company, we are poised for great growth and success.
Our 1,000+ team members are the heart of our business, delivering an award-winning customer experience year after year. We’ve earned Newsweek’s Best Customer Service for three consecutive years (2021–2023) and the prestigious Reputation 800 Award (2023). Plus, our workplace culture has been recognized as a Top Workplace in Orange County two years running — a reflection of the feedback we get from the people who matter most: our employees.
We’re growing fast — and we want you to grow with us.
Salary: *Starting at $30.00/hour depending on experience + annual discretionary bonus.
*The above represents the expected starting salary for this position. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we will consider your experience and other job-related factors.
Accounts Payable Specialist/Processor Job Summary
Reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager, the AP Processor is responsible for invoice and payment processing for our dynamic company.
This job is 100% on-site in our beautiful Ladera Ranch office.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities
- Monitor and appropriately action requests from the AP email inbox.
- Review vendor record requests and maintenance.
- Review of invoices for compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Code/approve/route invoices through electronic accounts payable workflow system.
- Data entry into accounting software manually and through electronic workflow system.
- Process payments to vendors.
- Perform all voids, reissues, and reconcile voided transactions.
- Perform audits to identify discrepancies.
- Prompt response to requests for service and assistance.
- Resolve billing issues.
- Appropriately action AP mail.
- File paperwork electronically.
- Work on special projects as assigned.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications Needed
- A high school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration preferred.
- Minimum 1 - 3 years of AP (Accounts Payable) experience required.
- Must be reliable and extremely trustworthy.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to learn new/different accounting software.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and meticulous records.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance including medical, dental and vision
- Life and Disability Insurances
- Paid time off
- Generous holiday schedule
- 401(k) with matching
- Employee assistance program
- Employee referral program
- Free car wash every other week
- Free catered lunch every other week
- A collaborative team and fun work environment!
Lead Together!
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
- 1-3 years of accounts payable experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Ability to learn new accounting software
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and meticulous records
- Reliable and trustworthy work ethic
- Willingness to work 100% on-site in Ladera Ranch, CA
What We Do
SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. is a leading provider of secure and convenient self-storage solutions across North America. Operating as a self-managed REIT, the company owns, manages, develops, and redevelops a vast portfolio of state-of-the-art facilities in the United States and Canada. They offer a wide variety of unit sizes tailored to meet both individual personal storage and professional business needs.
