Accounts Payable Specialist

About the role

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day payable operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This role is ideal for someone who brings strong invoice processing experience, accuracy in financial coding, and confidence handling payment activities in a fast-paced setting. The selected candidate will help maintain timely vendor payments and contribute to the smooth execution of core accounting tasks while providing coverage during an extended leave.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately and enter payment details into the accounting system with proper account coding.
• Review billing documentation for completeness, resolve discrepancies, and follow up as needed to ensure timely approval and payment.
• Prepare and execute payment activities, including ACH transactions and scheduled check runs.
• Maintain organized accounts payable records and supporting documentation for audit readiness and internal tracking.
• Work closely with accounting and business partners to address vendor questions and clarify invoice or payment issues.
• Monitor due dates and prioritize workloads to support on-time disbursements and consistent cash flow practices.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role.
• Practical knowledge of invoice coding and general ledger account allocation.
• Hands-on experience processing ACH payments and coordinating check runs.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage high-volume transactional work accurately.
• Ability to communicate clearly when researching payment issues or resolving invoice discrepancies.
• Proficiency with standard accounting systems and common business software tools.

Benefits

Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.