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Robert Half
Accounts Payable Specialist
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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.
$47,502 / year median in Pennsylvania
-14% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support daily finance operations for a contract, part-time, on-site assignment. This role will focus on invoice management, payment processing, account reconciliation, and related accounting activities that help maintain accurate records and steady cash flow. The assignment is expected to run for 6-8 weeks and is well suited for someone who can work independently while communicating effectively with vendors, customers, and internal teams.
The schedule is Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 2:00pm.
The schedule is Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 2:00pm.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including reviewing submitted invoices, confirming accuracy, and entering transactions in a timely manner.
- Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation through both two-way and three-way reconciliation processes before approval for payment.
- Assign appropriate general ledger codes to invoices and expense items, and prepare journal-related entries when needed to support accurate financial reporting.
- Respond to payment questions, billing issues, and account discrepancies by partnering with internal departments as well as external vendors and customers.
- Process employee travel and expense reimbursements while ensuring documentation is complete and aligned with company policies.
- Maintain vendor and customer records, including onboarding new profiles, collecting tax documentation, and supporting W-9 and 1099 compliance requirements.
- Issue customer invoices, record incoming payments, and apply cash accurately to the appropriate accounts.
- Reconcile statements and account balances on a regular basis, investigate variances, and help resolve outstanding items efficiently.
- Assist with month-end activities, aging reports, audit support, and upkeep of organized financial documentation while safeguarding confidential information.
- Support payment execution activities such as ACH processing and check runs, along with other assigned finance tasks as needed.