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Controller

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$140K - $180K/yr

Manage high-volume invoice validation and reconciliation; enforce procurement controls and AP recovery audit programs. * Maintain vendor repository tracking spend, renewals, and performance -- with a ...

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Controller

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$140K - $180K/yr

Manage high-volume invoice validation and reconciliation; enforce procurement controls and AP recovery audit programs. * Maintain vendor repository tracking spend, renewals, and performance -- with a ...

Strategic Legal Practices

Controller

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$140K - $180K/yr

Manage high-volume invoice validation and reconciliation; enforce procurement controls and AP recovery audit programs. * Maintain vendor repository tracking spend, renewals, and performance - with a ...

Strategic Legal Practices

Controller

Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

$140K - $180K/yr

Manage high-volume invoice validation and reconciliation; enforce procurement controls and AP recovery audit programs. * Maintain vendor repository tracking spend, renewals, and performance - with a ...

PRGX Global, Inc

Director, Sales

Atlanta, GA · On-site

... AP, Shared Services, and Internal Audit functions • Generate pipeline through targeted outbound ... Contract compliance or recovery audit services * Financial audit, accounting, or advisory services

PRGX Global, Inc.

Director, Sales

Atlanta, GA · On-site

... AP, Shared Services, and Internal Audit functions • Generate pipeline through targeted outbound ... Contract compliance or recovery audit services * Financial audit, accounting, or advisory services

PRGX Global, Inc

Director, Sales

... AP, Shared Services, and Internal Audit functions • Generate pipeline through targeted outbound ... Contract compliance or recovery audit services * Financial audit, accounting, or advisory services

AP&T

$109K - $125K/yr

... recovery readiness. - Support risk management, compliance, vendor security reviews, and audits ... AP&T offers a generous benefit package including (but not limited) to medical, dental, vision, 401K ...

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How much do ap recovery audit jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for ap recovery audit in the United States is $22.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $26.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced in an AP Recovery Audit role, and how can candidates prepare for them?

One of the main challenges in an AP Recovery Audit role is accurately identifying discrepancies and overpayments within large volumes of financial data. This can require strong attention to detail, persistence, and familiarity with various accounting systems. Candidates should be prepared to work independently as well as collaborate with AP teams and vendors to resolve issues. Proactively developing strong analytical skills and knowledge of common invoice processing errors can help you succeed in this role.

What is the difference between Ap Recovery Audit vs Accounts Payable Specialist?

AspectAP Recovery AuditAccounts Payable Specialist
Primary RoleIdentify and recover overpayments or errors in accounts payableProcess and manage vendor invoices and payments
Skills & CertificationsKnowledge of audit procedures, accounting, and ERP systemsProficiency in accounting software, attention to detail
Work EnvironmentAudit teams, finance departments, often in corporate or healthcare settingsFinance or accounting departments, administrative offices

While both roles work within the accounts payable domain, an AP Recovery Audit focuses on reviewing transactions to recover funds lost due to errors, whereas an Accounts Payable Specialist manages the day-to-day processing of invoices and payments. The roles complement each other but differ in scope and primary responsibilities.

What is an AP Recovery Audit?

An AP (Accounts Payable) Recovery Audit is a financial review process where a company’s accounts payable transactions are analyzed to identify and recover overpayments, duplicate payments, missed discounts, or other payment errors. Typically performed by specialized auditors or third-party firms, the audit helps organizations reclaim lost funds and improve internal controls. This process not only recovers money but also provides insights to prevent future payment mistakes and optimize financial operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an AP Recovery Audit Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an AP Recovery Audit Specialist, you need strong analytical skills, knowledge of accounts payable processes, and experience with financial reconciliation, usually supported by a degree in accounting or finance. Familiarity with ERP systems like SAP or Oracle, data analysis tools such as Excel, and sometimes certification in auditing or accounting is important. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for detecting discrepancies and collaborating with vendors and internal teams. These skills ensure accurate financial recovery, minimize losses, and support organizational integrity in managing payables.
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Director, Business Optimization (AP Audits)

Director, Business Optimization (AP Audits)

Profit Recovery Partners

Santa Ana, CA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Work Location:

At Profit Recovery Partners (PRP), we believe that collaboration and innovation thrive when we're together. This position is fully onsite at our Santa Ana office, allowing for real-time teamwork, immediate problem-solving, and a strong sense of community among our team members.

Who You Are:

As a Director at PRP, you are a solution-oriented leader with an entrepreneurial mindset who thrives on tackling complex challenges alongside a high-performing team. The ideal candidate brings sharp critical thinking skills and a business-builder's instinct to influence, negotiate, implement and scale cost reduction strategies that deliver measurable results for our clients. In this role, you will provide vision and direction to assess client opportunities and collaborate with the expense area experts to analyze and create best-in-class solutions for PRP clients. The Director is accountable for driving Practice Group growth, executing strategic initiatives, achieving financial goals (P&L management), and developing a team of future leaders.

What You'll Do:

  • Lead PRP's Accounts Payable (AP) Recovery Audit practice; overseeing client engagements, team execution, and overall P&L performance.
  • Manage end-to-end audit lifecycle, from data acquisition and normalization to claims identification, validation, and recovery tracking.
  • Partner with clients' Finance, Procurement, and Shared Services teams to identify duplicate payments, missed credits, overpayments, and vendor compliance issues.
  • Develop customized audit strategies leveraging analytics, automation tools, and proprietary benchmarking data to uncover root-cause trends and savings opportunities.
  • Present findings, recovery recommendations, and process-improvement initiatives directly to CFOs, Controllers, and Procurement executives.
  • Negotiate and secure recovery of funds on behalf of clients, ensuring full documentation and transparency in accordance with client policies.
  • Build and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers to facilitate efficient claim resolution and future-state process improvements.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying audit patterns, error sources, and control gaps to strengthen clients' AP processes.
  • Collaborate with PRP's data analytics and technology teams to enhance automation, dashboard reporting, and machine-learning audit capabilities.
  • Oversee and mentor audit managers and analysts; establish clear KPIs, ensure quality control, and foster a high-performance, entrepreneurial culture.
  • Support new business development by contributing to proposals, pricing models, client pitches, and thought leadership related to spend recovery and AP optimization.
  • Stay current on payment trends, ERP/AP automation tools, and industry best practices to continuously evolve PRP's audit methodology.
  • Represent the firm as a subject-matter expert in AP recovery, participating in client workshops, webinars, and strategic advisory sessions.
  • Establish productive working collaborative relationships with partners in other operational groups within the company
  • Quickly garner internal resources from all departments to collaborate with and find a way to keep projects moving forward when faced with adversity
  • Other duties as assigned

What You Need:

  • Bachelor's Degree required with a minimum of 9-13 years of expense management, vendor management, consulting or other related experience
  • 4+ years of management/supervisory experience
  • Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills
  • Excellent quantitative and qualitative skills; Advanced Microsoft Office and Excel skills
  • Ability to lead others to complete complex projects on time
  • Experience in building relationships and alignment amongst team members and clients with demonstrated leadership skills
  • Proven ability to deliver results

Who We Are:

Profit Recovery Partners is a management consulting firm specializing in enterprise cost optimization and spend reduction. We partner with FORTUNE 1000 corporations, leading law firms, private equity firms, and private enterprises across North America to design, implement, and sustain transformative cost-reduction strategies. Leveraging deep category expertise, proprietary analytics, and supplier-negotiation intelligence, PRP delivers measurable financial impact and operational efficiency. Our client engagements have generated more than $11 billion in verified savings, reinforcing PRP's reputation as a trusted advisor to executives seeking lasting performance improvement and sustainable cost reduction results.

Why Work at PRP:

  • Full medical, dental, and vision benefits package
  • 401K plan with company match
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
  • 25+-year track record of growth
  • Winning team atmosphere with high degree of employee recognition and promotions from within
  • High paced, collaborative working environment that thrives on team success
  • We value social responsibility and founded the following employee-driven committees: Corporate Social Responsibility, Diversity & Inclusion Group, Women's Empowerment Group, and the Wellness Committee. Each committee seeks to provide employees with a chance to give back to their community in ways most meaningful and rewarding to them.
  • To learn more visit https://prpllc.com

The salary range for this position is: $ 149,640.00 - 184,400.00. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, education, qualifications, and applicable employment laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer