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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.
$45,911 / year median in North Carolina
-1% projected decline
Job Description
Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Fayetteville, North Carolina, in a contract opportunity with permanent potential. This position supports daily financial operations through invoice processing, payment coordination, and bookkeeping assistance while helping maintain accurate accounting records. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in accounts payable, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage recurring deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Enter and record vendor invoices with accuracy, ensuring transactions are posted correctly and completed within established timelines.
- Examine corporate card activity, verify supporting details, and assign appropriate general ledger codes before posting expenses.
- Coordinate payment cycles by preparing check runs, arranging required approvals and signatures, and distributing payments to vendors.
- Support routine bookkeeping work tied to banking activity, lease-related items, rent payments, and other day-to-day accounting transactions.
- Maintain organized and accurate financial documentation to assist with ongoing accounting operations and reporting needs.
- Help monitor payment workflows, including ACH activity and check processing, to promote timely and accurate disbursements.
- Contribute to general ledger support by reviewing coded entries and assisting with the accuracy of financial records. Requirements
- Previous experience in accounts payable, AP support, or a related accounting position.
- Working knowledge of invoice coding, payment processing, and general ledger practices.
- Ability to handle check runs, ACH transactions, and credit card expense review with a high degree of accuracy.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet recurring deadlines.
- Detail-oriented approach to maintaining complete and accurate financial records.
- Experience with bookkeeping activities and routine accounting support functions.
- Familiarity with Sage Intacct is preferred, though not required.