Accounting Specialist

Charlie Gilmur with Robert Half is searching for an Accounting Specialist to support core accounting and employee administration functions near Lake Oswego, Oregon.

About the role

This role oversees vendor payments, payroll coordination, and benefits support with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage sensitive information while balancing multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounts payable cycle by reviewing invoices, confirming supporting documentation, and scheduling payments within required timelines.
• Reconcile supplier statements, investigate payment variances, and maintain complete vendor files including tax forms and remittance details.
• Execute recurring payroll processing, validate time and earnings data, and confirm deductions, withholdings, and direct deposit information are correct.
• Update payroll records for new employees, status changes, terminations, garnishments, and other employee-related adjustments.
• Prepare payroll and accounts payable reports, assist with account reconciliations, and contribute to month-end and year-end close activities.
• Administer employee benefit programs by coordinating enrollments, qualifying life event changes, open enrollment tasks, and ongoing record maintenance.
• Review benefit invoices and carrier statements, resolve billing or eligibility issues with providers, and support leave-related administration as needed.
• Respond to employee and vendor questions in a detail-focused manner while ensuring adherence to company policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience in accounts payable, payroll, benefits administration, or a closely related accounting support role.
• Working knowledge of invoice processing, payroll practices, and general accounting fundamentals.
• Experience using payroll and accounting platforms such as ADP or Gusto, NetSuite or GP, or similar systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with strong capability in Excel for tracking, reconciliation, and reporting.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with a customer-focused approach to internal and external support.
• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential payroll, benefits, and employee information.
• Familiarity with federal and state payroll, employment, and benefits regulations.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.

Job Order: 03600-0013482822