What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Specialist position at Robert Half?
We are seeking a skilled Accounts Payable Specialist to join a forward-thinking team on a contract basis in the Greater Cincinnati Area. This long-term role offers the chance to work in a dynamic and expanding industry, focusing on the accurate and efficient processing of invoices while adhering to internal compliance standards. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, strong communication abilities, and a proven history of maintaining excellent customer service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as the central point of contact between regional teams and the Accounts Payable department, ensuring seamless communication.
- Oversee the auditing, coding, and approval of non-purchase order invoices within a designated workflow system.
- Facilitate invoice submissions and ensure timely scanning and entry into internal systems for processing.
- Manage vendor-related administrative tasks, including W-9 submissions and evaluating payment term recommendations for suppliers.
- Resolve invoice discrepancies through collaboration with Accounts Payable teams, vendors, and internal managers.
- Support month-end closing activities, such as accrual processing for non-purchase order invoices, in partnership with the accounting team.
- Maintain and monitor recurring payment schedules, providing notifications for contract renewals and adjustments related to yearly escalations.
- Operate as a subject matter expert for internal workflow tools, including providing user training, creating reports, and implementing queue updates.
- Maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders and address inquiries to drive outstanding customer satisfaction.
- Continuously assess and refine workflows to improve operational efficiency and maintain compliance.
This is an excellent opportunity for an Accounts Payable professional to advance their career while contributing to the operational success of a respected and growing organization. This role offers both stability and flexibility for professionals who thrive in a detail-oriented and collaborative environment.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Accounts Payable or a related field.
• Proficiency in accounting software systems such as SAP, Oracle and Workday ERP.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, accrual accounting, and auditing principles.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for reporting and data analysis.
• Familiarity with automated clearing house (ACH) payment processes.
• Ability to manage account coding and ensure compliance with organizational policies.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated capacity to train and support users on software and policies.
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