Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices while maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams. This is a Contract-to-permanent position within the manufacturing industry, offering an excellent opportunity to grow your career. Responsibilities: • Process supplier invoices promptly, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established procedures. • Handle various types of accounts payable transactions, including freight, mills, operations, and outsourced processors. • Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies related to costs, quantities, or missing items. • Collaborate with internal departments to address and resolve payment issues. • Review freight statements from suppliers monthly and resolve any discrepancies. • Communicate effectively with suppliers to address invoice concerns and maintain strong relationships. • Prepare month-end accrual journal entries and reconcile open receipts as part of the closing process. • Reconcile monthly freight files and ensure accurate booking of detention and deadhead entries. • Maintain organized documentation and filing systems for all accounts payable records. • Support additional projects and tasks as assigned to meet departmental goals. Requirements • High school diploma or equivalent, with 3+ years of experience in accounts payable or a related field. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook. • Strong English language skills, including reading, writing, and comprehension. • Solid mathematical abilities, including working with fractions, percentages, and ratios. • Ability to interpret and follow written, oral, or diagram-based instructions. • Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to manage complex assignments. • Physical ability to perform duties requiring walking, standing, and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds. • Familiarity with accounts payable processes, including coding invoices, ACH transactions, and check runs. 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) .