Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Anaheim, California on a Contract basis. This position focuses on reviewing open accounts payable items, determining required next steps, and driving issues through completion in a high-volume environment. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, solid AP processing knowledge, and the confidence to work across teams to obtain information and clear outstanding transactions.

Responsibilities:
• Investigate unresolved accounts payable activity and take ownership of bringing aged or incomplete items to resolution.
• Review a large set of open line items, assess what action is needed for each, and prioritize work to keep progress moving efficiently.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to collect supporting details, clarify discrepancies, and close gaps that affect payment processing.
• Provide accounts payable support tied to project-driven needs following the company’s organizational transformation.
• Process day-to-day AP transactions accurately, including invoice coding, account coding, ACH activity, and check run support.
• Maintain continuity in AP operations by ensuring pending items are tracked, researched thoroughly, and completed in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience working in high-volume accounts payable environments with the ability to manage numerous transactions at once.
• Strong investigative and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify missing information and follow issues through to completion.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with a wide range of individuals across the organization.
• Hands-on knowledge of core AP processes, including invoice coding, account coding, ACH payments, and check runs.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing financial data and resolving discrepancies.
• Ability to organize workload, manage priorities, and meet deadlines in a project-oriented setting.

Compensation

$23.75-$27.50 Hourly

About Us

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 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 and Privacy Notice.