Description We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team. This long-term contract position offers the opportunity to play a vital role in ensuring accurate and efficient financial operations. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills, with a proven ability to manage vendor relationships and support critical accounts payable processes. Responsibilities: • Review, verify, and process incoming vendor invoices to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies. • Code invoices correctly and match them with purchase orders, receipts, or contracts for seamless processing. • Prepare and execute vendor payments, including checks, ACH transfers, and wire payments, ensuring timely fulfillment of obligations. • Maintain and update payment schedules, coordinating weekly and monthly payment runs for managerial approval. • Reconcile accounts payable aging reports to verify the accuracy of outstanding liabilities and resolve discrepancies. • Investigate and address differences between vendor statements and internal records, ensuring smooth resolution. • Collaborate in month-end and year-end closing activities by providing necessary reports and documentation. • Build and maintain positive relationships with vendors, addressing payment inquiries and disputes effectively. • Organize and maintain accurate accounts payable records, supporting compliance with audits and financial regulations. • Partner with cross-functional teams, such as Purchasing and Finance, to streamline payment processes and ensure operational efficiency. Requirements • Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounts payable or a related field. • Proficiency in key accounts payable functions, including invoice coding, payment processing, and reconciliation. • Familiarity with JD Edwards or similar enterprise software systems. • Strong knowledge of financial processes such as ACH transfers, check runs, and voucher management. • Experience with 3-way matching for invoices, purchase orders, and receipts. • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently. • Ability to communicate effectively with vendors and internal teams to address issues and ensure smooth operations. • Commitment to maintaining compliance with financial regulations and company policies. 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) .