Accounting Specialist

DescriptionWe are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our client in East Greenwich, Rhode Island. In this role, you will manage various financial processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in handling accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other accounting tasks. This position is essential to maintaining the integrity of our client's financial operations and supporting the organization's overall success.Responsibilities:- Prepare and process invoices for various revenue sources, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.- Reconcile account statements and transactions to verify financial records and resolve discrepancies.- Investigate and address account issues by reviewing documentation and initiating necessary actions such as adjustments or stop payments.- Review and validate purchase requisitions for accuracy, and generate purchase orders for vendor distribution.- Examine vendor invoices to ensure completeness and accuracy before initiating payments via check, wire transfer, or other approved methods.- Maintain accurate records of accounts payable and receivable transactions.- Utilize QuickBooks and other accounting software to manage financial data and create reports.- Perform data entry tasks with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.- Collaborate with team members to streamline accounting processes and improve operational efficiency.Requirements- Proven experience in accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.- Proficiency in using QuickBooks and other accounting software.- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial recordkeeping.- Familiarity with invoice processing and reconciliation of account statements.- Ability to investigate and resolve account discrepancies efficiently.- Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.- Strong communication skills for interacting with vendors and team members.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.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) .