Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

Robert Half is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist for a contract opportunity with a manufacturing company in Stratford, Connecticut. This position is ideal for an accounting professional with strong accounts payable experience who enjoys working in a high-volume environment and managing vendor relationships while ensuring accurate and timely payment processing.

The Accounts Payable Specialist will play a critical role in supporting the accounting department by overseeing the full-cycle accounts payable process and maintaining accurate financial records.

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume vendor invoices accurately and efficiently
• Review, code, and enter invoices into the accounting system
• Match invoices with purchase orders and receiving documentation
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and payment issues
• Prepare and process check runs, ACH transactions, and wire payments
• Reconcile vendor statements and maintain vendor accounts
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal departments
• Assist with month-end closing activities, including accounts payable reconciliations and accruals
• Maintain accurate electronic and physical accounts payable records
• Monitor outstanding payables and ensure timely payment processing
• Assist with audit requests and provide supporting documentation as needed
• Support accounting management with special projects and process improvement initiatives