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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.
$49,527 / year median in Connecticut
-1% projected decline
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented Temporary Accounts Payable Specialist to support our finance team with high-volume invoice processing, payment coordination, vendor communication, and account reconciliation. This role is ideal for a professional who can work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and strong internal controls. Based on general knowledge.
Review invoices, purchase orders, and approvals to ensure proper coding and authorization. Based on general knowledge.
Prepare and process check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers. Based on general knowledge.
Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice or payment discrepancies. Based on general knowledge.
Respond to vendor inquiries and maintain positive professional relationships. Based on general knowledge.
Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals and AP reconciliations. Based on general knowledge.
Maintain accurate accounts payable records and supporting documentation. Based on general knowledge.
Support compliance with company policies, procedures, and accounting controls. Based on general knowledge.
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills. Based on general knowledge.
Experience with ERP or accounting systems is preferred; software proficiency in tools such as Microsoft D365, Oracle NetSuite, QuickBooks, SAP, and Workday is valuable. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general office software. Based on general knowledge.
Ability to manage deadlines and adapt quickly in a temporary assignment. Based on general knowledge.
Key Responsibilities:
Process a high volume of vendor invoices accurately and on time. Based on general knowledge.Review invoices, purchase orders, and approvals to ensure proper coding and authorization. Based on general knowledge.
Prepare and process check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers. Based on general knowledge.
Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice or payment discrepancies. Based on general knowledge.
Respond to vendor inquiries and maintain positive professional relationships. Based on general knowledge.
Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals and AP reconciliations. Based on general knowledge.
Maintain accurate accounts payable records and supporting documentation. Based on general knowledge.
Support compliance with company policies, procedures, and accounting controls. Based on general knowledge.
Qualifications:
2+ years of accounts payable, invoice processing, or general accounting support experience. Based on general knowledge.Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills. Based on general knowledge.
Experience with ERP or accounting systems is preferred; software proficiency in tools such as Microsoft D365, Oracle NetSuite, QuickBooks, SAP, and Workday is valuable. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general office software. Based on general knowledge.
Ability to manage deadlines and adapt quickly in a temporary assignment. Based on general knowledge.