Accounts Payable Specialist
Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a manufacturing organization in Hawthorne, California on a Long-term Contract assignment. This position is ideal for an accounts payable specialist who can step into a busy onsite environment and contribute quickly to daily financial operations. The role will focus on maintaining accurate payment processing, supporting accounting activities, and helping the team manage workload effectively during a period of operational change.Responsibilities:- Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including entering invoices, assigning correct coding, and completing two-way and three-way matching procedures.- Prepare and process vendor payments through methods such as manual check runs and electronic transactions, ensuring timeliness and accuracy.- Communicate with vendors to address payment questions, resolve discrepancies, and follow up on outstanding items.- Partner with accounting team members to handle day-to-day payable activities and reduce backlog across the department.- Assist with selected accounting tasks, including basic journal entries and accrual support when needed.- Contribute to month-end close activities by organizing payable records and providing accurate transaction details.- Support accounts payable work tied to the organization's move toward a shared services structure.- Maintain strong documentation practices and ensure financial records are complete, organized, and audit-ready. Requirements - At least 2 years of experience handling full-cycle accounts payable in a detail-focused setting.- Practical knowledge of invoice coding, account allocation, and matching processes.- Experience processing payments, including ACH activity and check runs.- Strong accuracy and attention to detail when working with high-volume financial data.- Ability to adapt and stay effective in a fast-moving environment with changing priorities.- Clear communication skills for working with vendors and internal accounting partners.- Familiarity with ERP or accounting systems; experience with M3 or related platforms is helpful but not required.- No degree is required for this position.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 to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.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) .