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Accounts Payable
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San Mateo, San Mateo County, California, 94497, USA
Listed on 2026-09-04
Listing for:
Robert Half
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-04
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Accounting & Finance, Accounting Assistant, Accounts Payable Clerk, Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Full-Time Engagement Professional (FTEP)
Location:
San Mateo County, CA (Hybrid)
Employment Type:
Full-Time
About the Opportunity
Join Robert Half's Full-Time Engagement Practice and gain the stability of full-time employment while supporting leading organizations across the Peninsula.
This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse accounting and finance projects, strengthen technical expertise, and contribute to critical accounts payable operations for growing and established companies.
Position Overview
The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for managing the full-cycle accounts payable process, ensuring accurate and timely invoice processing, vendor management, payment administration, expense reporting, and account reconciliations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, adaptable, and capable of supporting multiple client environments while maintaining a high level of accuracy and service.
Key Responsibilities
+ Process high-volume vendor invoices accurately and timely.
+ Perform full-cycle accounts payable functions from invoice receipt through payment.
+ Review and validate invoices for proper coding, approvals, and supporting documentation.
+ Manage vendor setup, maintenance, and compliance documentation.
+ Process check, ACH, wire, and electronic payments.
+ Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies.
+ Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve payment-related issues.
+ Assist with month-end close activities, including AP accruals and reconciliations.
+ Monitor aging reports and outstanding liabilities.
+ Ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls.
+ Support audit requests and provide documentation as needed.
+ Assist with process improvement initiatives and AP workflow enhancements.
+ Collaborate with procurement, accounting, and operational teams.
Requirements
Qualifications
+ Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred.
+ 2+ years of accounts payable experience.
+ Experience processing high-volume invoices.
+ Knowledge of accounts payable principles and accounting fundamentals.
+ Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data reconciliation.
+ Experience using ERP systems such as Net Suite, Oracle, SAP, Sage Intacct, Dynamics 365, Workday, or similar platforms.
+ Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
+ Excellent communication and vendor relationship management skills.
+ Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in fast-paced environments.
Preferred Qualifications
+ Experience supporting multiple entities or business units.
+ Exposure to expense management platforms such as Concur, Expensify, or Coupa.
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Experience with ERP implementations or AP automation initiatives.
+ Shared services or multi-location accounting experience.
What Success Looks Like
+ Processes invoices and payments accurately and on time.
+ Maintains strong vendor relationships and resolves issues proactively.
+ Supports month-end close deadlines with minimal supervision.
+ Identifies opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce processing time.
+ Maintains high accuracy while managing large transaction volumes.
+ Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and strong customer service.
In addition to competitive compensation, employees receive:
+ Annual bonus opportunity
+ Medical, dental, and vision benefits
+ 401(k) with company match
+ Paid time off and holidays
+ Professional development and career growth opportunities
+ Exposure to various industries, systems, and accounting environments
+ Career stability combined with consulting-style variety
Why Join the Full-Time Engagement Practice?
This role provides the security of full-time employment while offering exposure to a variety of accounting environments throughout San Mateo County and the Peninsula. You'll develop broad technical skills, expand your ERP expertise, and become a trusted resource supporting critical finance and accounting operations across multiple organizations.
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