Description Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our client's team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of invoice processing, payment management, and financial record-keeping. This hybrid, direct hire position offers an opportunity to collaborate with various teams and vendors while playing a vital role in maintaining smooth financial operations. Responsibilities: • Process a high volume of invoices with precision, utilizing both automated and manual systems. • Match accounts payable invoices to purchase order receipts, ensuring all transactions are reconciled accurately. • Communicate effectively with branch personnel to resolve pricing, quantity, or part discrepancies. • Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to address payment inquiries and discrepancies proactively. • Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor payments while maintaining compliance with financial guidelines. • Handle employee expense reports and credit card transactions, ensuring proper documentation and approvals. • Reconcile weekly and monthly payment runs to maintain consistency in financial operations. • Organize and file invoices systematically, ensuring paid records are easily accessible for future reference. • Assist with month-end closing activities and contribute to the improvement of accounts payable processes. Requirements • Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounts payable or related accounting roles. • Exceptional attention to detail and a proven ability to process invoices with high accuracy. • Solid understanding of accounting principles and practices. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a proactive approach to resolving issues. • Ability to manage high volumes of transactions efficiently in a fast-paced environment. • Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and other accounting software. • Experience in collaborating with sales and purchasing teams is preferred. • Demonstrated ability to reconcile accounts and handle check runs effectively. 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) .