Accounts Payable Specialist

Position: Accounts Payable Specialist (Contract)
Description

Robert Half is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support their client's finance team during a busy period. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, brings strong attention to detail, and can manage full‑cycle AP responsibilities with accuracy and professionalism.

Location:

Oakland, CA (Fully Onsite, BART Accessible)

Schedule:

Full-Time, Monday-Friday

Duration: 2-3 Months (Potential for Extension)

Key Responsibilities

+ Review, code, and process vendor invoices with accurate project and GL coding

+ Ensure compliance with accounting standards and support audit activities

+ Audit employee expense reports and transactions

+ Manage returned payments, voids, and resolve discrepancies

+ Assist with monthly AP reconciliations and month‑end close

+ Provide reports and respond to ad hoc requests from internal teams

+ Support full‑cycle accounts payable operations from entry to close

Requirements

+ Minimum 3 years of Accounts Payable experience (required)

+ High‑volume, full‑cycle AP background

+ Strong attention to detail and accuracy

+ Ability to manage deadlines in a fast‑paced environment

+ Proficiency with Excel and accounting systems

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Experience with spending software such as Concur or Coupa and ERP systems such as Netsuite, SAP, Oracle, Sage or Deltek

+ Accounting degree or related experience is preferred

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