Description We are on the search for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a local Houston company, Texas. This role is pivotal within our organization as you will be tasked with managing a range of accounting functions, particularly focusing on accounts payable processes. This is a short-term contract employment opportunity that will leverage your skills in Accounting Software Systems, Excel formulas, and Great Plains. Responsibilities: • Execute comprehensive accounts payable procedures, 2/3-way matching, which include coding, batching, and data entry tasks. • Establish and maintain vendors in the ERP system, great plains would be preferred. • Contribute to the vendor payment process through checks, ACHs, credit cards, etc. utilizing the Great Plains system. • Collaborate with operational teams to disseminate weekly/monthly reports such as Open POs, Unvouched Receipts, etc. to evaluate the aging of open invoices. • Examine entries for precision in account coding and banking requirements, as well as correct supplier details. • Guarantee that invoices are recorded promptly and accurately in line with company policies. • Address purchase order, invoice, or payment discrepancies effectively. • Liaise with vendors/employees to ensure smooth accounts payable operations. • Oversee the progress of invoices from receipt through approval. • Assist in reconciling supplier statements and providing relevant management reporting. • Undertake other duties and various projects as assigned Requirements • Proficiency in using Accounting Software Systems is a must for the role. • Comprehensive understanding of Accounting Functions is required. • Expertise in handling Accounts Payable (AP) processes is necessary. • Familiarity with 3 Way Matching technique is expected. • Strong knowledge of Excel Formulas is crucial for the role. • Proficiency in using VLOOKUP function in Excel is required. • Ability to create and manage Pivot Tables in Excel is essential. • Experience with Great Plains (GPAC) software is highly desirable. 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) .