Accounts Payable Specialist

Robert Half • Beverly Hills, CA • 2h ago

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in California for a contract position. In this role, you will help ensure vendor payments are handled accurately, on schedule, and in line with established financial controls. This opportunity is well suited for a finance specialist with strong attention to detail who can manage transactional work efficiently while collaborating with internal partners across accounting and cash management.

Responsibilities:

Examine incoming supplier invoices to confirm accuracy, required support, coding, and proper authorization before processing

Prepare payment requests and route them through established approval channels while following internal control standards

Process disbursements through ERP and banking platforms, including electronic payments, wires, and checks, with careful attention to timing and accuracy

Reconcile and post accounts payable payment activity in the financial system to maintain complete and current records

Coordinate with cash planning partners to schedule payments in alignment with funding availability and business priorities

Research payment exceptions, respond to vendor questions, and resolve discrepancies in a timely and thorough manner

Maintain organized records and supporting documentation to create a clear audit trail for all payment transactions

Contribute to month-end close by assisting with accounts payable and cash disbursement reporting and reconciliation activities

Support special projects, workflow enhancements, system updates, and other process improvement initiatives as assigned Requirements - Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related discipline

2-5 years of experience in accounts payable, payment operations, or a comparable finance function

Practical experience working in SAP S/4HANA or a similar enterprise resource planning environment

Understanding of invoice review, account coding, payment controls, and approval-based processing workflows

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and standard financial applications used in day-to-day AP operations

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced setting

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional communication abilities

Familiarity with audit support, including internal or external reviews, and working knowledge of AP-related tax reporting such as 1099 and 1042 filings

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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Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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