Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a dynamic finance team in Washington, District of Columbia. This position plays an important role in managing vendor payments, tracking project-related costs, and maintaining accurate financial records for operating and construction-related expenses. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, careful attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with internal stakeholders in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Process and examine invoices to confirm completeness, accuracy, and proper approval before payment is released.
• Enter accounts payable transactions into the accounting system and validate general ledger coding and cost allocations.
• Reconcile corporate card activity and bank transactions, investigating discrepancies and resolving outstanding items promptly.
• Coordinate check preparation and secure required authorizations to ensure timely and compliant disbursements.
• Prepare account reconciliations and supporting schedules for month-end close, audit requests, and recurring financial reporting needs.
• Administer vendor onboarding activities, maintain supplier records, and help ensure documentation remains current and organized.
• Partner with department leaders to align payment activity with budgets, forecasts, and project spending expectations.
• Contribute to procurement system upkeep and support improvements that strengthen financial reporting and operational efficiency.
• Assist finance leadership with ad hoc analysis and participate in cross-functional efforts to address process gaps.
• Provide support for year-end vendor reporting requirements, including activities related to 1099 preparation.

Requirements

• Hands-on experience in accounts payable, invoice processing, and payment administration.
• Working knowledge of invoice coding, general ledger structures, and account reconciliation practices.
• Ability to manage detailed financial information with accuracy and a high level of organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate across finance and non-finance teams.
• Experience supporting procurement tools or related financial systems is preferred.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving business environment with shifting priorities.

About the company

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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