Accounts Payable Clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a high-volume finance team. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable handling payment activity, account research, and transaction support in a fast-paced environment. The role will contribute to accurate financial processing, timely issue resolution, and strong coordination across accounting functions.Responsibilities:• Review incoming payments and accurately apply receipts to the appropriate booking or account records.• Investigate unmatched or incomplete payment information by coordinating with internal partners and external contacts to resolve discrepancies.• Maintain and update booking details and client account information to ensure payment records remain current and accurate.• Attach and organize supporting documentation for financial transactions so records are complete and audit-ready.• Correct posting errors by processing transfers, refunds, or other adjustments when receipts have been applied incorrectly.• Partner with team members to resolve held checks, account exceptions, and trust-related payment issues within required timelines.• Release or transfer escrowed funds according to agreed schedules and established payment terms.• Close completed bookings that meet payment completion criteria and internal documentation standards.• Collaborate with related accounting teams and escalate unresolved issues to leadership when additional review is needed.• Contribute to process improvement efforts and assist with additional accounting support tasks as assigned.• At least 3 years of finance or accounting experience with a strong background in accounts payable processing.• Experience reconciling accounts, reviewing statements, and resolving payment discrepancies with accuracy.• Proficiency in invoice processing, invoice coding, check runs, and other accounts payable functions.• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and related accounting support tools.• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment.• Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams.• High level of discretion, dependability, and integrity when handling sensitive financial information.• Strong data entry skills, including 10-key proficiency and a typing speed of at least 45 words per minute.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 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 and Privacy Notice.