Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join a dynamic real estate company in Vernon, California. This contract position offers the opportunity to contribute to essential accounting operations, including invoice processing, vendor payments, and month-end support in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will bring a detail-oriented approach and a commitment to ensuring accuracy and compliance in all accounts payable activities.Responsibilities:- Review, code, and process a high volume of invoices for multiple entities and properties.- Match invoices with purchase orders and investigate discrepancies to ensure accuracy.- Secure necessary approvals and manage payment routing in alignment with company policies.- Execute payment disbursements via checks and electronic transfers.- Reconcile vendor statements and address billing issues with vendors and property managers.- Maintain organized accounts payable files and ensure compliance with document retention requirements.- Assist with month-end close processes, including accruals and audit preparation.- Communicate effectively with vendors, property managers, and internal teams regarding payment status.- Process employee expense reports in accordance with company guidelines.- Provide support for additional accounting and administrative projects as needed. Requirements - Minimum of 2 years of accounts payable experience, preferably in real estate or property management.- Familiarity with basic accounting principles and month-end procedures.- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software such as Yardi, QuickBooks, or similar systems.- Strong organizational skills and a detail-oriented approach to problem-solving.- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a deadline-sensitive environment.- Associate's degree in accounting or finance is preferred but not required.Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company's 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .