Accounts Payable Specialist

Robert Half • Osterville, MA • 3d ago

Description We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support a busy team in Osterville, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can take ownership of the payables process, maintain accuracy across financial records, and work effectively in a fully onsite environment. The position offers consistent Monday through Friday hours and the potential for longer-term continuity based on business needs and performance.

Responsibilities:

Manage the complete accounts payable cycle, from receiving vendor invoices through final payment processing and document retention.

Review and assign proper general ledger coding to invoices to ensure accurate financial reporting and expense tracking.

Coordinate invoice approvals with internal stakeholders and enter finalized transactions into the accounting system in a timely manner.

Process vendor payments through checks and ACH transactions while following internal controls and payment schedules.

Reconcile accounts payable activity, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding issues with vendors or internal departments.

Assist with month-end and year-end close activities by preparing payables data, supporting reconciliations, and maintaining organized records.

Generate accounts payable reports for leadership to provide visibility into payment activity, aging, and outstanding obligations.

Build and maintain strong vendor relationships by responding to inquiries, addressing payment concerns, and ensuring account details remain current. Requirements - At least 5 years of hands-on accounts payable experience, including independent ownership of the full AP process.

Strong knowledge of invoice coding, account allocation, and high-volume invoice processing.

Experience handling vendor payments through both check runs and ACH transactions.

Ability to work accurately with approvals, payment deadlines, and detailed financial records.

Comfortable supporting month-end and year-end accounting activities related to payables.

Strong communication skills for working with vendors, managers, and internal finance teams.

Proven ability to stay organized, prioritize tasks, and manage a full onsite schedule Monday through Friday.

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