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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.
$50,086 / year median in New Jersey
-8% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support high-volume payment operations and help maintain accurate financial records for a Long-term Contract position in Morristown, New Jersey. This role is well suited for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and confident handling invoice review, coding, and payment processing. The ideal candidate will bring practical accounts payable experience and a strong understanding of ACH activity, check disbursements, and day-to-day transactional accuracy.
Responsibilities:
- Review incoming invoices for completeness, accuracy, and proper approval before processing them for payment.
- Assign correct general ledger or account codes to invoices to support accurate financial reporting.
- Process accounts payable transactions in a timely manner while maintaining compliance with internal controls and payment schedules.
- Prepare and execute ACH payments and check runs according to established deadlines and procedures.
- Investigate invoice discrepancies, resolve payment issues, and coordinate with internal stakeholders or vendors as needed.
- Maintain organized records of invoices, payment activity, and supporting documentation for audit readiness.
- Reconcile payable activity and assist in identifying outstanding items or irregular transactions requiring follow-up.
- 3+ years of experience in accounts payable or a closely related finance support role.
- Hands-on experience with invoice coding, account coding, and high-volume invoice processing.
- Working knowledge of ACH transactions, check run procedures, and payment processing controls.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify errors, inconsistencies, and missing information.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in standard accounting or ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel.
- Clear communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with vendors and internal teams.