Accounts Payable Specialist Seattle, WA | Robert Half

Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support financial operations for a Contract position based in Seattle, Washington. This role will help maintain timely and accurate processing across payables, receivables, procurement, and commission-related activities while contributing to strong financial controls. The ideal candidate will bring a detail-oriented approach, sound judgment, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams to improve accuracy and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day accounts payable activities, including invoice coding, payment processing, and maintaining accurate transaction records.
• Review accounts receivable, procurement, and commission workflows to help ensure financial operations run smoothly and meet organizational standards.
• Prepare, verify, and process commission calculations using relevant sales and business data to ensure accurate payouts.
• Support updates to AP, AR, and commission processes and systems by coordinating testing, validating results, and confirming operational readiness.
• Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, resolve discrepancies, and provide insights that support business decisions.
• Contribute to the development and rollout of procurement-related practices and procedures to strengthen operational consistency.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to streamline workflows, improve data quality, and implement practical process enhancements.
• Assist with audit activities, maintain compliance with internal controls, and support adherence to applicable financial requirements.
• Complete monthly reconciliations and provide support for cash forecasting and related financial analysis.