Accounts Payable
The Accounts Payable Section is responsible for processing the City's accounts payable and issuing checks to vendors; filing quarterly and annual reports required by regulatory agencies; reviewing internal controls and adhering to established payable procedures.
Accounts Payable Section of the Finance Division is a centralized payment processing center. Approval for invoices is the responsibility of City Departments.
Payment:
Goods and services are procured utilizing a purchase order system. Standard City payment terms are net 30 days. The City department procuring the goods or services will review invoices and submit to the Finance Department for payment processing. Checks are issued bi-weekly after City Council review and approval. Invoices will only be accepted for payment. Summary statements, quotes, or estimates will not be accepted.
All vendors are required to submit a W/9 form prior to payment being issued. IRS 1099 forms to qualifying vendors paid more than $2,000 for services effective calendar year 2026. Subsequent years will be adjusted for inflation.
Invoices
Send invoices to:
City of La Mirada
Attn: Accounts Payable
13700 La Mirada Boulevard
La Mirada, California 90638
Payment Status
Contact accounts payable (562) 943-0131 for payment status on an invoice.
How are the City's emergency purchases handled?
There are times during emergencies when an order must be placed by City personnel after hours or on weekends when the Purchasing Division is normally closed. Emergency purchases may be made for items which are immediately necessary for the continued operation of the division involved or which are immediately necessary for the preservation of life or property.
Accounts Receivable
The City will invoice responsible parties for damages to City property, emergency response, and other types of receivables.
If you have questions about your invoice, please contact the Finance Department at (562) 943-0131 or [email protected]
