Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join a high-volume, fast-paced finance team on a contract-to-permanent basis. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong full-cycle accounts payable experience, advanced proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel, and the ability to manage large volumes of transactions with accuracy and efficiency. The successful candidate will be comfortable processing invoices across multiple payment methods, maintaining organized financial records, and partnering with internal teams and vendors to support timely and accurate payment operations. Key Responsibilities Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including invoice receipt, review, processing, and final payment, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely execution. Review invoices for proper documentation and assign appropriate general ledger codes in accordance with internal accounting policies and approval procedures. Process vendor payments via ACH, wire transfers, and check runs, ensuring all disbursements are completed accurately and on schedule. Reconcile accounts payable records and research discrepancies, collaborating with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve issues promptly. Utilize QuickBooks and advanced Excel functions to monitor payment activity, maintain financial records, and assist with reporting requirements. Handle a high volume of accounts payable transactions while maintaining strong attention to detail and consistent processing accuracy. Maintain vendor files, payment histories, and supporting documentation to ensure audit readiness and support financial reviews. Respond to invoice and payment inquiries and work cross-functionally with colleagues to support efficient accounts payable operations. Requirements - At least 2 years of experience in accounts payable with hands-on involvement in full-cycle AP processing. Strong working knowledge of invoice coding, account coding, and payment processing best practices. Experience handling ACH payments, wire transfers, and routine check run activities. Proficiency with QuickBooks and advanced Microsoft Excel skills for analysis, tracking, and reconciliation. Ability to work effectively in a high-volume environment while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines. Solid understanding of core accounts payable principles and financial recordkeeping. Comfortable using accounting systems and learning new tools in a technology-driven workplace. Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to working within a team. 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) .