• Accounts Payable Specialist

    Robert Half Accountemps (West Hollywood, CA)


    Description

    A hospitality group in West Hollywood is hiring an AP Specialist on a contract basis. This is an in-office, immediate-need temporary role supporting a major team restructure and transition. This is a 3+ month contract position with opportunity to extend.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Process approximately 300 invoices monthly, including both high-volume automated entries and manual coding (about 20% of invoices for recurring utilities, rent, etc.)

    • Communicate payment details and issue updates to vendors; maintain proactive communication with internal team members regarding approvals and timelines

    • Accurately code invoices, apply payments, and ensure adherence to department approval workflows

    • Support the AP function during software transitions (currently using Restaurant365; transition from Profitable underway)

    • Reconcile accounts, manage outstanding credits, and maintain current payment schedules using a 4/4/5 accounting calendar

    • Assist with month-end close and audit-ready documentation

    Requirements

    • 3+ years of recent Accounts Payable experience; hospitality or restaurant industry background highly preferred

    • Direct experience with high-volume invoice processing, vendor communication, and payment application

    • Strong understanding of approval posting, payment schedules, and credit management within an AP department

    • Experience using Restaurant365 (R365) or similar accounting software ideal

    • High attention to detail, urgency in meeting deadlines, and strong organizational and communication skills

    • Must work on-site in Los Angeles and be available for a quick start

     

    This is an onsite role Monday – Thursday with Fridays being remote. Hours are 8-5PM with some flexibility. Pay is based on experience, between $27–$30/hr.

     

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