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Accounts Payable Specialist

Robert Half • Watsonville, CA • 7h ago

Description

Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist

Location: Watsonville, CA

Pay Rate: $25-$28/hour

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Watsonville. This role will be responsible for processing invoices, reconciling vendor statements, preparing payments, and supporting the month-end close process. The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, a high level of accuracy, and prior experience in accounts payable or general accounting support.

Key Responsibilities:

Review, code, and process a high volume of vendor invoices

Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation

Prepare and process check runs, ACH, and wire payments

Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner

Respond to vendor inquiries and maintain positive vendor relationships

Assist with month-end close, accruals, and AP reporting

Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with company policies

Support audits by preparing documentation and account details

Collaborate with purchasing, receiving, and accounting teams as needed

Qualifications:

2+ years of accounts payable or related accounting experience

Strong understanding of invoice processing, 3-way match, and payment cycles

Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel

High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Associate degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred

Preferred Skills:

Experience with ERP/accounting systems such as SAP, Oracle NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics 365, or QuickBooks. (Source: Q1 2026_The Demand for Skilled Talent.pdf)

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy

Bilingual in Spanish

Requirements

2+ years of accounts payable or related accounting experience

Strong understanding of invoice processing, 3-way match, and payment cycles

Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel

High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Associate degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred

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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