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Join Our Team as a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist!

We are excited to announce a contract-to-hire opportunity that will allow the right candidate to step into a challenging, rewarding, and impactful Accounts Payable role. This position is fully onsite at our client's vibrant company headquarters located in Alameda, CA. If you're someone who thrives on managing high-volume workloads, enjoys problem-solving, and is passionate about contributing to the financial health of an organization, we want to hear from you!

Why This Role Matters

As a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist, you will work closely with our dynamic Accounts Payable team, directly reporting to and supporting the Senior Manager in this critical department. This role touches on every aspect of the payment cycle process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all things Accounts Payable.

Key Responsibilities

+ Process and verify invoices and check requests accurately and efficiently with 3-way matching.

+ Ensure proper routing, coding, and approvals are in place for all financial transactions.

+ Execute high-volume data entry and meet the demands of monthly closings.

+ Perform vendor and General Ledger (GL) account reconciliations with precision.

+ Execute full-cycle vendor payments while maintaining policy compliance.

+ Run audits to ensure payment accuracy and safeguard against discrepancies.

+ Build and maintain professional relationships with vendors and internal teams.

+ Assist in creating month-end accrual and reconciliation documentation.

+ Handle purchase price variance reviews and ad hoc analyses while supporting management requests.

+ Prepare monthly reporting and year-end compliance tasks.

+ Contribute to team success through cross-functional training within the department.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Opportunity to transition to a permanent role within a well-known organization after demonstrating professional success through the initial contract period.

+ Be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team in a fast-paced environment.

+ Direct exposure to leadership and opportunities to enhance your skills through diverse responsibilities.

Work Schedule & Onsite Location

Monday to Friday schedule, with standard office hours, making it ideal for individuals seeking stability and structure.

100& onsite in San Leandro, CA ensuring hands-on collaboration with your colleagues and leadership team.

Ready to Bring Your Expertise to Our Team? Apply Today!

Requirements

What You Bring to the Table

+ Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience in Accounts Payable or related finance role.

+ Expertise in SAP and hands-on knowledge of PO/3-way match reconciliation processes.

+ Strong skills in Excel for managing extensive datasets and maintaining detailed records.

+ Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills, excelling in environments requiring data reconciliation and detail orientation.

+ A proven track record of delivering quality work in high-volume, deadline-driven settings while maintaining excellent organizational skills.

+ Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and communicate cross-departmentally.

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.

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