Accounts Payable Specialist

Description About the Role:Robert Half is partnering with a prominent federal contractor seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist for a long-term contract, with potential to transition to a permanent down the road. This hybrid position offers flexibility, with an in-office period for initial training and ramp-up, followed by a hybrid schedule. The ideal candidate will bring experience in handling high volumes of invoices, vendor relationships, and expense management through Concur. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow within a structured and supportive team environment.Key Responsibilities:

Invoice Processing: Manage and process a high volume of invoices accurately and efficiently.

Expense Reporting via Concur: Utilize Concur to manage and track employee expenses, process reimbursements, and ensure expense reports are completed in accordance with company policies.

Vendor Account Reconciliation: Maintain and reconcile vendor accounts, addressing discrepancies and ensuring timely payments.

Payment Runs and General Ledger Posting: Prepare regular payment runs and post entries to the general ledger accurately.

Documentation and Record-Keeping: Maintain detailed records of all accounts payable activities, ensuring accuracy for internal reviews.

Month-End and Year-End Support: Contribute to month-end and year-end closing processes, assisting with account reconciliations and accruals.

Collaborative Teamwork: Work closely with the finance and procurement teams to ensure smooth AP operations and resolve issues as they arise.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Experience: Proven experience as an Accounts Payable Specialist or in a similar role, ideally within a fast-paced environment handling high-volume transactions.

Concur Proficiency: Solid experience with Concur for expense report management and reimbursement processing.

ERP Skills: Familiarity with major ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar.

Detail-Oriented and Organized: Strong organizational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.

Additional Details:

Work Environment: This position is hybrid, with an initial in-office training period, then a hybrid schedule with a mix of in-office and remote work.

Potential for Temp-to-Hire: This contract role offers potential for a transition to a permanent position, based on performance and business needs.

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