• Accounts Payable Specialist

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Scottsdale, AZ)


    Description

    Title: Accounts Payable Specialist

     

    Compensation: $60K-$70K

     

    We are seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist with 2+ years of hands-on experience who is looking to grow their skills and career in a progressive professional services environment. This is a dynamic role that combines hands-on accounting execution with direct career mentorship and development! If you are detail-oriented, highly organized, and thrive in a fast-paced setting, we want to hear from you!

    Key Responsibilities

    + Manage invoices and perform 2- or 3-way matches (invoice, PO, receipt).

    + Process payments including weekly runs (ACH, check, wire) and urgent/off-cycle payments.

    + Reconcile payment batches and ensure compliance with payment terms and cash flow priorities.

    + Serve as primary vendor contact for inquiries, documentation, and issue resolution.

    + Maintain vendor master data and enforce approval workflows.

    + Audit staff expense reports for policy compliance and correct coding.

    + Collaborate with attorneys and practice managers on matter-specific costs and reimbursements.

    + Perform month-end AP reconciliations and prepare aging reports and accruals.

    + Assist with cash forecasting and AP KPIs (e.g., Days Payable Outstanding).

    + Ensure trust/retainer compliance and prevent commingling of client trust funds.

    + Support law firm accounting standards and ethical rules.

    + Prepare vendor statements and assist with annual 1099 filings.

    + Coordinate with internal accounting team on audits and year-end tax support.

    Requirements

    + 2+ years of hands-on Accounts Payable processing experience

    + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance a plus

    + Knowledge of trust accounting a plus

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Excel & Word; experience with legal accounting software (TABS or similar) is a plus

     

    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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