Description We are looking for a wonderful Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team based in Danbury, Connecticut. In this role, you will be handling accounts payable and payroll for a small team, processing a moderate volume of invoices, and manually issuing checks. You will be replacing a retiring team member and will be cross-trained for this position. Responsibilities: • Oversee the accounts payable function, ensuring all financial transactions are properly recorded • Process payroll for a team of 30, ensuring that all payments are made in a timely and accurate manner • Manually issue checks as needed, demonstrating attention to detail in all financial transactions • Handle a weekly volume of 50-100 invoices, maintaining an organized record of all transactions • Adapt to the use of older and smaller systems for financial management • Work in a small office environment, collaborating closely with a team of three • Undertake cross-training from the outgoing team member, ensuring a smooth transition of responsibilities • Utilize skills in Accounts Payable (AP), Auditing, Chicago Manual of Style, and Payroll for efficient operation • Perform other related duties as assigned including taking orders from incoming client calls Requirements • Must hold a minimum of 2 years of experience in Accounts Payable or a similar role • Proficiency in Accounts Payable (AP) is essential • Familiarity with manual AP and check processing is essential • Previous experience working with Payroll is beneficial • Strong communication and organizational skills are necessary • Must have the ability to accurately process and record a large volume of numerical data • Excellent attention to detail is required • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite • Must have a strong ethical stance towards the confidentiality of financial information • Ability to work independently and as part of a team is necessary • Must have strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions based on accurate and timely analyses. 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. © 2024 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) .