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Accounts Payable Specialist
Career Insights for Accounts Payable / Receivable Clerk
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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
Description Are you an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist looking for a new opportunity with a growing organization? Robert Half is seeking a detail-oriented professional to support accounts payable functions for one of our clients. The ideal candidate will have impeccable accuracy, excellent organizational skills, and a strong understanding of accounting processes. This role offers room for growth and a chance to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Responsibilities:
+ Process high-volume invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely payment.
+ Match invoices with purchase orders and verify discrepancies for resolution.
+ Maintain detailed and organized vendor records and reconcile statements.
+ Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as regulatory guidelines.
+ Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve invoice and payment issues.
+ Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to accounts payable.
+ Assist in improving workflows and processes for accounts payable efficiencies. Requirements
+ Associate's degree in accounting or finance, or related experience preferred. + 2+ years of accounts payable or accounting experience.
+ Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, or Oracle) and Excel.
+ Strong understanding of general accounting principles and procedures.
+ Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
+ Attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines. 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 "," 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) .
Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance