Accounts Payable Specialist

Description

Robert Half is looking for a skilled Accounts Payable Specialist to join a real estate property and facilities management organization in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This Accounts Payable Specialist contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who can manage high-volume invoice activity, support construction and development teams, and help strengthen accounts payable workflows. The Accounts Payable Specialist role offers a mix of transactional processing, vendor administration, and cross-functional coordination in a fast-paced environment.

If this sounds like you then click the apply button today and put your talents to the test. If you have any questions, please contact Robert Half at  and mention job reference #.

As an Accounts Payable Specialist Your Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

- Process and record invoices related to development and construction projects, ensuring costs are entered accurately and assigned to the proper accounts.

- Support improvements to payment operations by identifying ways to streamline invoice processing, disbursements, and check issuance activities.

- Onboard new suppliers by collecting required documentation, validating records, and maintaining accurate vendor profiles.

- Track and maintain vendor insurance certificates to help ensure compliance with company and project requirements.

- Organize and manage both physical and electronic vendor documentation so files remain current, complete, and accessible.

- Partner with project managers to create purchase orders and provide day-to-day support on accounts payable procedures.

- Guide project teams on payable practices and help reinforce consistent use of established processes.

- Visit project locations when needed to assist project managers with invoice, purchasing, or payment-related matters.

- Review and enter corporate card expenses tied to development and construction activity with a high degree of accuracy.

Requirements

The ideal Accounts Payable Specialist candidate will have:

- At least 2 years of experience in accounting or finance, with direct exposure to accounts payable functions preferred.

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field is preferred.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across project and finance teams.

- Demonstrated analytical thinking and sound problem-solving ability in a deadline-driven setting.

- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and solid overall technical skills.

- High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict timelines.

- Experience working in a fast-paced environment that requires strong organization and follow-through.

- Familiarity with Yardi is preferred, along with the ability to support budgeting discussions with construction and development stakeholders.

If this sounds like you then click the apply button today and put your talents to the test. If you have any questions, please contact Robert Half at  and mention job reference #.

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