Accounts Payable Specialist

About the role

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join the team in Concord, North Carolina on a Contract basis. This on-site role supports day-to-day accounts payable operations and helps maintain accurate, timely processing for vendor payments and financial records. The position is ideal for someone who works well across teams, brings strong attention to detail, and is comfortable managing a high-volume AP workflow in a fast-paced environment. 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. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper account coding and alignment with internal approval procedures.
• Perform three-way matching by reviewing invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documentation to confirm payment accuracy.
• Prepare and manage weekly payment activities, including ACH transactions, check runs, and other routine disbursements.
• Partner with procurement and finance teams to resolve discrepancies, clarify invoice details, and support cost reporting needs.
• Maintain organized accounts payable records and assist with improving workflows to strengthen efficiency and consistency.
• Use Excel to analyze payment data, track outstanding items, and support reporting requirements.
• Investigate vendor account issues and follow through on resolution of payment questions or unmatched transactions.
• Contribute to broader AP operational support, including non-inventory purchasing activity and related financial processing tasks.

Requirements

• Experience in accounts payable, including invoice processing and vendor payment support.
• Knowledge of account coding, invoice review, and three-way matching procedures.
• Hands-on experience with ACH payments, check runs, and general bill payment processing.
• Strong Excel skills, including the ability to use formulas for tracking and reconciliation.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams such as procurement, finance, and operations.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Comfortable working in an on-site Contract role in Concord, North Carolina.

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.