Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Cleveland, Ohio. This contract position requires a motivated individual with strong expertise in handling high-volume accounts payable tasks and improving financial workflows. The ideal candidate will bring exceptional organizational skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: - Process and manage accounts payable transactions efficiently, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. - Perform account coding and invoice processing, including handling ACH payments and check runs. - Collaborate with team members to analyze and reconcile general ledger entries. - Prepare and maintain financial reports, schedules, and comparative budget analyses. - Support month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring compliance with accounting standards. - Monitor daily cash flow and perform monthly bank reconciliations. - Maintain organized and confidential financial records in alignment with company policies. - Assist in implementing and improving accounting systems and workflows. - Analyze financial data to identify variances and provide actionable insights. - Coordinate with management to support planning and decision-making processes. Requirements - Proven experience in accounts payable and financial operations. - Proficiency in account coding, invoice processing, and ACH payments. - Familiarity with check runs and general ledger analysis. - Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standards. - Excellent organizational and time management skills. - Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. - Proficiency in financial software; willingness to learn new systems. - High attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy under tight deadlines. 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 ( 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. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ( .