Description Are you a highly organized and detail-oriented professional with expertise in accounts payable? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your work directly impacts the financial operations of a business? If so, our client in San Diego is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team. This is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy working collaboratively while leveraging their accounting skills. Key Responsibilities + Enter, validate, and process high volumes of vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy and coding to appropriate accounts and cost centers. + Communicate with vendors to resolve billing discrepancies, respond to inquiries, and maintain positive working relationships. + Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers in a timely manner. + Audit and process employee expense reports in compliance with company policies. + Perform account reconciliations, including vendor statements and accounts payable ledgers, to ensure the accuracy of financial records. + Ensure invoices and payments are coded and recorded in compliance with company policies and IRS regulations. + Maintain organized accounts payable files and documentation for audits and tax purposes. + Work closely with the accounting team to support month-end and year-end closing efforts, including accruals and reporting. Requirements + Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred; equivalent work experience will also be considered. + 2+ years of experience in accounts payable or a similar accounting role. + Previous experience in high-volume accounts payable environments is a plus. + Proficiency in accounts payable systems (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite). + Strong Microsoft Excel skills (basic formulas, pivot tables, and VLOOKUP). + Excellent attention to detail and time management skills. + Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to work with vendors and internal teams. + General understanding of accounting principles, practices, and IRS Form 1099 preparation. 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. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. 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. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .