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Robert Half Accounts Payable Specialist in White Plains, New York
Description We are offering a short term contract employment opportunity for an Accounts Payable Specialist, based in White Plains, New York. This role is within the finance industry and the successful candidate will be tasked with maintaining the accuracy of our financial records, processing invoices, and resolving any discrepancies. The role also involves close cooperation with the purchasing department to ensure compliance with company policies.
Responsibilities:
• Accurately input invoices into the Accounts Payable System.
• Coordinate with the purchasing department to address any issues and validate transactions.
• Verify that all transactions adhere to our financial policies and procedures.
• Perform prompt reconciliation of AP statements received from vendors.
• Review and ensure the correctness of general ledger account coding on invoices or underlying purchase orders.
• Confirm that all invoices have the necessary approval before processing.
• Process weekly check runs and prepare vendor checks for mailing.
• Respond to email and telephone inquiries from vendors regarding invoice payment status.
• Maintain and promptly file all paid vouchers after check run.
• Undertake any other projects as required. Requirements • Proficient in Account Coding, with the ability to accurately classify and record business transactions
• Comprehensive understanding of Accounting Functions, including the ability to manage and control financial resources
• Extensive experience in Accounts Payable (AP), with a focus on managing outgoing payments
• Proficiency in using business process management software for managing business processes and financial data
• Demonstrated experience in executing Check Runs, ensuring timely and accurate payments
• Solid experience in Statement Reconciliations, with an emphasis on identifying and resolving discrepancies.
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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