Accounts Payable Specialist Houston, TX | Robert Half

Accounts Payable Specialist

We're looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Specialist to help keep our financial operations running smoothly. In this role, you'll be at the center of vendor relationships, invoice processing, and payment management, ensuring accuracy while helping the business maintain strong partnerships and financial health.

If you enjoy solving problems, working with data, and being a key contributor to a high-performing finance team, this is an opportunity to make a real impact.

• Process high-volume invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Review, verify, and match invoices to purchase orders and supporting documentation.
• Manage vendor accounts, respond to inquiries, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers.
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate outstanding items.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals and account reconciliations.
• Partner with internal departments to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Support audits by providing requested documentation and reports.
• Identify opportunities to enhance workflows and strengthen internal controls.

• Experience in accounts payable, invoice processing, or a related accounting function.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting or ERP systems.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational abilities.
• Team-oriented mindset with a desire to continuously improve processes.

• Be part of a collaborative and supportive team.
• Play a critical role in the financial success of the organization.
• Opportunity to work with modern accounting systems and technology.
• Contribute ideas that improve efficiency and drive business results.
• Build valuable experience and grow your career within finance and accounting.

Ideal Candidate: A dependable, detail-focused professional who takes pride in accuracy, enjoys building strong relationships, and thrives on keeping operations running behind the scenes while making a visible impact on the business.