Accounts Payable Clerk

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support the financial operations of a hotel property in San Diego, California. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and confident managing high-volume invoice and payment activity in a fast-paced hospitality setting. The person in this role will help maintain accurate records, coordinate timely vendor payments, and support month-end accounting tasks while working closely with leadership and purchasing teams.

Responsibilities:

• Review invoices against purchase orders, receiving documentation, pricing, quantities, and tax details to confirm accuracy before processing
• Assign invoices to the correct general ledger accounts, enter vendor information, and ensure transactions are recorded properly in the accounts payable system
• Maintain organized records for purchase orders, issued checks, vendor files, and supporting payment documentation
• Prepare weekly check runs and submit completed payment packages for required approval and signature
• Process manual payment requests after confirming that all details and authorizations are complete and accurate
• Monitor service agreements and contract-related payments to ensure vendors are paid according to established due dates
• Investigate missing invoices, reconcile vendor statements, and resolve payment discrepancies or aged items in a timely manner
• Support month-end close activities by balancing accounts payable, generating required reports, and completing assigned accounting procedures
• Compare food and beverage invoices to daily receiving records to confirm accurate billing and receipt of goods
• Carry out additional finance and administrative duties as assigned by the leadership team Requirements
• At least 1 year of experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role
• Working knowledge of invoice coding, invoice processing, and check run procedures
• Ability to review financial documents carefully and identify discrepancies in pricing, quantities, taxes, or approvals
• Experience using Microsoft Excel for tracking, reconciliation, and reporting tasks
• Familiarity with SunSystems or similar accounting software
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage records, deadlines, and multiple priorities
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively with vendors, purchasing, and internal leadership Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies.

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