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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.
$45,380 / year median in Wisconsin
-6% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for a Accounts Payable Specialist to support a busy finance team in the Fox Valley. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings hands-on accounts payable experience, works well with high invoice volume, and maintains strong accuracy in day-to-day processing. The person in this role will help keep payment operations organized and efficient while contributing to ongoing workload assessment within the department.
Responsibilities:
- Process a steady flow of vendor invoices with close attention to accuracy, completeness, and timeliness
- Review invoices and assign correct accounting codes before entering them into the system
- Prepare and support check runs to ensure vendors are paid according to established schedules
- Verify invoice details against supporting documentation and resolve discrepancies when needed
- Maintain organized payable records and documentation for audit readiness and internal reference
- Communicate with internal teams and suppliers to answer payment-related questions and follow up on outstanding items
- Assist the department in improving accounts payable workflows and evaluating overall processing capacity