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Description

Job Title: AP/AR Temp Role

Hours: Approximately 20–25 hours per week

Start Date: ASAP

Engagement Type: Ongoing Contract ~ 6 months

About the Role

Our Bay Area, CA based client is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable (AP/AR) Specialist to support our finance team with routine transactional work.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and experience working with accounting systems—particularly NetSuite and Stampli.

Accounts Payable (AP) Responsibilities

Invoice Processing

+ Receive, review, and verify invoices and purchase orders

+ Ensure accurate coding of expenses to the appropriate accounts

Payment Processing

+ Schedule and process payments (ACH, wire, checks, etc.)

+ Ensure timely payments and adherence to vendor terms

Vendor Management

+ Maintain and update vendor records

+ Communicate with vendors regarding discrepancies, payment status, and resolution of issues

Expense Reconciliation

+ Reconcile AP ledger and subledger accounts

+ Monitor for duplicate payments or fraudulent activity

Month-End Close Support

+ Assist with accruals, prepare AP reports, and ensure all invoices are posted within the correct period

Accounts Receivable (AR) Responsibilities

Customer Invoicing

+ Generate and send invoices to clients/customers in a timely manner

+ Ensure accuracy in billing and application of sales tax if applicable

Cash Application

+ Record and apply incoming payments (via bank, wire, credit card, etc.) to customer accounts

+ Handle unapplied payments and resolve discrepancies

Collections and Follow-Up

+ Monitor accounts for overdue payments

+ Send reminders, follow up on outstanding balances, and escalate as needed

Customer Account Reconciliation

+ Investigate and resolve billing issues or disputes

+ Maintain accurate customer ledger balances

Reporting and Documentation

+ Generate aging reports and assist with cash flow forecasting

+ Support audit requests and maintain proper documentation for compliance

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

+ Proven experience in AP/AR or general accounting

+ Experience with NetSuite (required), Stampli and Slack (a plus)

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills in English

+ Strong Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables)

+ High attention to detail and accuracy

+ Ability to work independently and manage time effectively

+ Availability to work 20–25 hours per week, work pacific standard time business hours

+ Must pass background check

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.

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