Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for an IT Business Analyst to join a team in Michigan on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This position focuses on supporting IT-related purchasing and accounts payable activities by ensuring invoices, requisitions, and purchase orders are reviewed, submitted, and tracked accurately. The role works closely with finance partners, internal stakeholders, and external vendors to resolve discrepancies, maintain strong documentation, and support smooth financial operations.

Responsibilities:

Review IT supplier invoices for accuracy and process them through the appropriate payment or purchase order channels. Prepare and track approved requisitions for both capital and operating expenses, ensuring timely purchase order submission across supported business units. Partner with finance teams, internal departments, and vendors to investigate and resolve mismatches involving invoices, contracts, and purchase orders. Support purchasing and accounts payable workflows by helping maintain accurate records for leases, purchases, and related IT expenditures within designated systems. Serve as a point of contact for issue escalation involving vendor management, procurement, finance, business stakeholders, and external suppliers. Organize and maintain vendor files and supporting documentation to satisfy audit and compliance requests. Assist with planning and follow-up activities related to recurring vendor performance and business review meetings. Help monitor supplier adherence to contractual terms and identify concerns that require further review. Complete additional administrative and financial support tasks as assigned to support the broader IT business operations function. Requirements - At least 1 year of experience in accounts payable, purchasing support, financial analysis, or a related business operations role. Working knowledge of purchase orders, invoice processing, and accounts payable procedures. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for tracking, analysis, and reporting activities. Experience reviewing financial records for accuracy and resolving discrepancies with internal and external partners. Familiarity with PeopleSoft or similar enterprise resource planning systems. Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage detailed documentation and maintain organized records. Effective communication skills for collaborating with finance teams, stakeholders, and vendors. 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) .