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Robert Half
Accounts Payable 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
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a construction and contractor organization in Stockton, California on a Contract basis. This role supports day-to-day payables activity by ensuring invoices, vendor records, and payment documentation are handled with accuracy and consistency. The ideal candidate brings hands-on accounts payable experience, a strong eye for detail, and the ability to work effectively with finance partners to keep deadlines on track.
Responsibilities:
- Review and enter vendor invoices with accurate account coding, required approvals, and payment timing in alignment with company guidelines.
- Verify billing documents against purchase orders, receipts, and other supporting records before submitting items for payment.
- Manage company credit card activity by reconciling statements, pairing charges with receipts, and resolving unmatched transactions.
- Compare vendor statements to internal records, identify variances, and research missing invoices or payment issues.
- Communicate with vendors and internal stakeholders regarding payment updates, account questions, and open discrepancies.
- Maintain organized accounts payable files and ensure supporting documentation is complete, current, and easy to retrieve.
- Prepare routine accounts payable reports and assist with recordkeeping needed for daily and month-end activities.
- Follow established accounting controls, departmental procedures, and company policies while supporting continuous improvement in payable processes.
- Partner with the finance team to meet recurring processing deadlines and escalate exceptions or inaccuracies when needed.