Accounts Payable Specialist Seattle, Washington | Robert Half

Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a growing team in Seattle, Washington in a contract capacity. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a busy setting, can manage a large invoice workload with precision, and is comfortable navigating shifting priorities and approval workflows. The role supports full-cycle accounts payable operations and works closely with procurement and internal stakeholders to keep invoice processing accurate, timely, and compliant.

Responsibilities:

• Process a high volume of invoices each week while maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to internal controls.

• Perform end-to-end accounts payable activities, including invoice review, coding, purchase order matching, approval follow-up, reconciliation, and payment coordination.

• Complete detailed three-way matching by validating invoices against purchase orders and receiving records before release for payment.

• Partner with procurement and other internal teams to research and resolve discrepancies related to invoices, pricing, quantities, and purchase orders.

• Assist with month-end close by preparing account reconciliations, supporting accruals, and helping ensure expenses are recorded in the proper period.

• Adapt to updated procedures and workflow changes, including reprocessing invoices when approvals or documentation require revision.

• Monitor payment activity, including ACH-related transactions, and help maintain accurate vendor and invoice records within AP systems.

• Use platforms such as Tipalti, Ramp, and Net Suite to manage invoice processing, workflow tracking, and payment support.