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Robert Half
AP Specialist
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What they do
An Accounts Payable or Receivable Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions, with specific responsibility for Accounts Payable/Receivable. Works for a business or bookkeeping service. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.
$50,497 / year median in California
-16% projected decline
Job Description
A well-established organization in the Northern Peninsula is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support the accounting team during a critical project and coverage period. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented AP professional who thrives in a high-volume environment and has experience processing purchase order-based invoices. Experience within a public sector, government, or nonprofit organization is highly preferred.
ResponsibilitiesProcess and code a high volume of accounts payable invoices, averaging 100+ invoices per weekPerform 3-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documentationReview invoices for accuracy, proper approvals, and codingResearch and resolve invoice discrepancies and vendor payment issuesMaintain vendor records and assist with vendor communicationsEnsure timely and accurate payment processingReconcile AP transactions and support month-end close activitiesAssist with audit requests and documentation as neededFollow established internal controls, policies, and procedures
ResponsibilitiesProcess and code a high volume of accounts payable invoices, averaging 100+ invoices per weekPerform 3-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documentationReview invoices for accuracy, proper approvals, and codingResearch and resolve invoice discrepancies and vendor payment issuesMaintain vendor records and assist with vendor communicationsEnsure timely and accurate payment processingReconcile AP transactions and support month-end close activitiesAssist with audit requests and documentation as neededFollow established internal controls, policies, and procedures