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Robert Half
Tucson, AZ (In Person)
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Description Our client, in the healthcare industry, is in need for a Staff Accountant/Accounts Payable Accountant that will become the Accounts Payable Lead in a contract-to-hire basis! This role combines day-to-day invoice and payment processing with leadership oversight, making it ideal for someone who enjoys staying close to the work while guiding others to strong results. The position calls for a detail-oriented individual who can manage priorities, resolve payment issues, and help ensure an efficient accounts payable function.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily accounts payable operations while actively handling invoice entry, exception research, and payment processing.
- Review and code invoices accurately to the appropriate accounts and verify supporting documentation before approval.
- Manage scheduled payment activities, including check runs and ACH transactions, to ensure vendors are paid correctly and on time.
- Lead and support an assistant by assigning work, monitoring quality, and providing direction on departmental priorities.
- Coordinate with an outsourced partner to maintain service expectations, address performance issues, and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
- Investigate discrepancies related to invoices, purchase orders, and vendor statements, then work with internal teams to resolve them efficiently.
- Monitor aging and workflow activity to identify delays, reduce backlogs, and keep processing on track.
- Assist with process improvements and support operational changes, including updates tied to systems or workflow transitions when needed. Requirements
- 5+ years of accounts payable experience, previous supervisor experience preferred, however open to someone who wants to grow into the role
- Strong working knowledge of full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice coding, exception handling, and payment execution.
- Experience managing check runs and ACH payments in a high-volume environment.
- Ability to balance hands-on transaction processing with team oversight and vendor accountability.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing invoices, approvals, and payment records.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to work across departments and manage external service partners.
- Proficiency with accounting or ERP systems and confidence using technology to track and complete AP activities.