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Robert Half
Accounts Payable
Career Insights for Accounts Payable / Receivable Clerk
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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.
$50,497 / year median in California
-16% projected decline
Job Description
Full-Time Engagement Professional (FTEP)
Position OverviewThe Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for managing the full-cycle accounts payable process, ensuring accurate and timely invoice processing, vendor management, payment administration, expense reporting, and account reconciliations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, adaptable, and capable of supporting multiple client environments while maintaining a high level of accuracy and service.
Key ResponsibilitiesProcess high-volume vendor invoices accurately and timely.
Perform full-cycle accounts payable functions from invoice receipt through payment.
Review and validate invoices for proper coding, approvals, and supporting documentation.
Manage vendor setup, maintenance, and compliance documentation.
Process check, ACH, wire, and electronic payments.
Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies.
Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve payment-related issues.
Assist with month-end close activities, including AP accruals and reconciliations.
Monitor aging reports and outstanding liabilities.
Ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls.
Support audit requests and provide documentation as needed.
Assist with process improvement initiatives and AP workflow enhancements.
Collaborate with procurement, accounting, and operational teams.
Location:
San Mateo County, CA (Hybrid)Employment Type:
Full-TimeAbout the OpportunityJoin Robert Half's Full-Time Engagement Practice and gain the stability of full-time employment while supporting leading organizations across the Peninsula. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse accounting and finance projects, strengthen technical expertise, and contribute to critical accounts payable operations for growing and established companies.Position OverviewThe Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for managing the full-cycle accounts payable process, ensuring accurate and timely invoice processing, vendor management, payment administration, expense reporting, and account reconciliations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, adaptable, and capable of supporting multiple client environments while maintaining a high level of accuracy and service.
Key ResponsibilitiesProcess high-volume vendor invoices accurately and timely.
Perform full-cycle accounts payable functions from invoice receipt through payment.
Review and validate invoices for proper coding, approvals, and supporting documentation.
Manage vendor setup, maintenance, and compliance documentation.
Process check, ACH, wire, and electronic payments.
Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies.
Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve payment-related issues.
Assist with month-end close activities, including AP accruals and reconciliations.
Monitor aging reports and outstanding liabilities.
Ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls.
Support audit requests and provide documentation as needed.
Assist with process improvement initiatives and AP workflow enhancements.
Collaborate with procurement, accounting, and operational teams.