Accounts Payable Specialist

Robert Half • Hopewell, VA • 2h ago

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a local government office in Hopewell, Virginia through a Long-term Contract assignment. This position combines accounts payable work with property record research and general administrative support, making it ideal for someone who is detail-oriented and comfortable handling both financial and public-facing responsibilities. The selected candidate will help maintain accurate records, respond to routine inquiries, and contribute to the smooth operation of day-to-day office functions.

Responsibilities:

Review invoices, assign accurate account codes, and prepare payments through check runs and ACH processing.

Examine deeds and related legal documents to extract key details and update real estate parcel information with accuracy.

Research ownership records by conducting title searches and verifying current owner information for file maintenance.

Process documentation tied to parcel changes, including new subdivisions and corrected property records.

Respond to questions from surveyors, attorneys, mortgage representatives, real estate professionals, city staff, and community members.

Investigate unknown or escheated properties by reviewing historical deed books and court records before forwarding unresolved cases for further action.

Support bookkeeping activities such as invoice tracking, financial record maintenance, and assistance with budget-related tasks.

Provide front office and clerical support by handling mail, answering calls, directing visitors, maintaining files, copying documents, and ordering office supplies.

Attend meetings as needed and prepare clear meeting notes for distribution to committees or management staff. Requirements - Experience in accounts payable, including invoice coding, payment processing, and check or ACH disbursements.

Ability to review detailed documents carefully and maintain a high level of accuracy in financial and property records.

Familiarity with account coding principles and general bookkeeping practices.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage administrative duties alongside transactional workloads.

Effective communication skills for assisting internal departments and members of the public with careful attention to detail.

Comfort working with legal, property, or recorded documentation such as deeds, title records, or court files.

Proficiency with standard office software and general clerical tasks including filing, document handling, and correspondence management.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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