Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Newton, Massachusetts. This role requires you to manage a variety of accounting tasks, with a primary focus on managing and processing accounts payable, and additional responsibilities in payroll and expense administration. This position is based onsite and presents a contract to permanent employment opportunity. This position is fully on site on a temporary engagement with the potential to lead to a permanent offer. Responsibilities: • Handle all aspects of accounts payable including vendor management, invoicing, and check runs • Assist with payroll processing, including both salaried and hourly employees • Manage expense administration and ensure all expenses are accounted for and processed correctly • Contribute to month-end and year-end closing procedures • Maintain business unit partnerships and manage vendor relationships • Oversee cash management and deposit checks as needed • Utilize accounting software systems to manage and process all accounting functions • Ensure all account coding is accurate and up to date • Assist with auditing processes as necessary • Employ your skills in accrival accounting to maintain accurate financial records. Requirements • Proficiency in Account Coding is a must for the role of Accounts Payable Specialist. • The candidate should have extensive experience with Accounting Software Systems. • An in-depth understanding of Accounting Functions is required. • Mastery of Accounts Payable (AP) is a significant requirement for this role. • Familiarity with Accrual Accounting is necessary. • Auditing skills are essential for this position. • The candidate should have experience in handling Payroll. • Expertise in Cash Management is a crucial requirement for this job. 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) .