Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist Robert Half - 3.9 Ankeny, IA Job Details Temp-to-hire | Contract $25 - $28 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Accounting systems Financial data reconciliation Research Invoice payment processing Accounting and finance experience ACH Full Job Description Robert Half is on the search for a qualified Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Iowa in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent role. This position focuses on managing invoice processing, supporting accurate financial records, and ensuring vendors are paid according to established timelines. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, solid accounts payable experience, and the ability to work effectively across multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Receive, organize, and prepare incoming invoices for daily processing to maintain an efficient payment workflow. Compare invoices against purchase orders and enter approved documents promptly to support accurate and timely recordkeeping. Examine invoice details for pricing, quantities, and coding accuracy, ensuring charges are assigned to the appropriate general ledger accounts, jobs, and cost codes. Research invoice discrepancies and resolve payment or processing issues within established timelines by coordinating with internal teams and vendors. Build and maintain positive working relationships with vendors while responding to questions related to payments, statements, and account activity. Reconcile vendor statements each month, identify missing or unmatched transactions, and correct records to keep accounts current. Please give us a call if you are interested in continuing on in your accounting journey! Call 515.706.4974 or apply through our Robert Half website!

Requirements:

3+ years of experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role. Hands-on experience with invoice coding, account coding, and high-volume invoice processing. Working knowledge of ACH payments, check runs, and standard vendor payment procedures. Ability to review financial documents for accuracy and assign expenses to the correct ledger accounts and cost structures. Experience reconciling vendor statements and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner. Proficiency with accounting software and standard office applications used for accounts payable processing. Please give us a call if you are interested in continuing on in your accounting journey! Call 515.706.4974 or apply through our Robert Half website! 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 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 and Privacy Notice .