Accounts Payable Specialist

Robert Half • Los Angeles, CA • 2h ago

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day payment operations for a team based in Los Angeles, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong attention to detail, accuracy in invoice handling, and confidence working across high-volume accounts payable activities. The role focuses on maintaining timely payment processing, organized financial records, and dependable support for vendor transactions.

Responsibilities:

Review incoming invoices, assign accurate general ledger coding, and prepare items for processing in accordance with company procedures.

Manage accounts payable workflows by verifying documentation, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring payment requests are complete and approved.

Process vendor payments through ACH transactions and check runs while maintaining accuracy and meeting scheduled deadlines.

Reconcile payable records against supporting documents and follow up on exceptions to keep financial data current and reliable.

Communicate with vendors and internal stakeholders to address invoice questions, payment status inquiries, and account issues professionally.

Maintain organized payment files and supporting records to strengthen audit readiness and support reporting needs.

Monitor outstanding items and help prioritize payment activity to avoid delays, duplicate payments, or missed obligations. Requirements - Experience supporting accounts payable functions in a finance or accounting environment with a strong focus on accuracy and detail.

Ability to code invoices and assign charges accurately based on account structure or established guidelines.

Working knowledge of ACH processing and routine check payment cycles.

Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies and correct errors efficiently.

Comfort handling multiple deadlines in a fast-paced, transaction-heavy setting.

Clear written and verbal communication skills for working with vendors and internal teams.

Proficiency with standard accounting systems and spreadsheet tools used for payment tracking and reconciliation.

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.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

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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