Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a multi-entity finance operation. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for someone who brings strong invoice processing experience, careful attention to detail, and confidence working within established approval controls. The person in this role will help keep vendor payments accurate, timely, and well documented while partnering closely with the Controller and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

Review and process vendor invoices for six business entities, applying accurate coding, entering transactions, and completing three-way matching for purchase order-related invoices. Forward invoices without purchase orders through the defined approval path to the Controller before they are recorded in the system. Compile weekly payment batches for review and release by the Controller, ensuring all supporting details are complete prior to submission. Set up new vendors and handle banking update requests by gathering required tax forms and documentation for Controller approval. Track outstanding payables across multiple entities and prepare a weekly aging summary that highlights overdue balances and unresolved items. Maintain accurate year-round records for vendors subject to 1099 reporting requirements. Perform accounts payable activities across D365, Dynamics AX, and Sage 100 while supporting processing needs in a multi-system environment. Assist with ACH and check run preparation in alignment with internal payment procedures and financial controls. Requirements - Hands-on experience in accounts payable, including invoice review, account coding, and data entry. Ability to process invoices accurately in both purchase order and non-purchase order workflows. Working knowledge of three-way matching, payment batch preparation, and standard approval controls. Experience supporting ACH transactions and check runs within an accounting or finance setting. Strong attention to detail with the ability to monitor aging reports and identify overdue or stale items. Familiarity with vendor onboarding documentation, including W-9 collection and maintenance of 1099-related records. Proficiency using accounting or ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, Dynamics AX, Sage 100, or similar platforms. 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) .