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Robert Half
Senior 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.
$43,868 / year median in Texas
+2% projected growth
Job Description
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support accurate and timely payment operations in Arlington, Virginia. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing high-volume invoice activity while maintaining strong financial controls. The specialist will help ensure vendor payments are processed efficiently and accounting records remain complete and reliable.
Responsibilities:
- Review incoming invoices for accuracy, proper authorization, and correct account coding before processing
- Enter and manage accounts payable transactions in a timely manner while maintaining organized financial records
- Prepare and complete check runs according to established payment schedules and internal procedures
- Reconcile invoice details with supporting documentation and resolve discrepancies with vendors or internal teams
- Monitor outstanding payables to help ensure deadlines are met and vendor accounts remain current
- Maintain clear documentation for processed invoices, approvals, and payment activity to support audit readiness
- Communicate with vendors and department contacts regarding payment status, missing information, and invoice questionsAll interested candidates in this Accounts Payable Specialist position and other full-time opportunities in Accounting Operations please send your resume to Justin Decker via LinkedIn.