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Accounts Payable Specialist
Job in
San Mateo, San Mateo County, California, 94497, USA
Listed on 2026-02-01
Listing for:
Robert Half
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-01
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Accounting & Finance, Accounting Assistant -
Finance & Banking
Accounting & Finance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Role:
Accounts Payable Specialist (Full-Time)
Robert Half - Loan Staff Practice
Employment Type:
Full-Time, Permanent (Robert Half Employee)
Work Model:
Hybrid (on-site and remote, based on client needs)
Robert Half is seeking a skilled Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Loan Staff Practice, where professionals are permanent Robert Half employees dedicated to supporting long-term client engagements. This role is ideal for accounting professionals who enjoy the consulting lifestyle, value variety in their work, and want the stability of full-time employment with exposure to different industries and environments.
As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will support client accounting teams with day-to-day AP operations while ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with internal controls and deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
+ Process high-volume invoices, expense reports, and vendor payments accurately and timely
+ Perform three-way matching and resolve invoice discrepancies
+ Maintain vendor records and respond to internal and external inquiries
+ Prepare and process weekly and monthly payment runs (ACH, wire, check)
+ Support month-end close activities, including AP accruals and reconciliations
+ Assist with audits by providing documentation and support as needed
+ Collaborate with client accounting, procurement, and finance teams
+ Adapt quickly to new systems, processes, and client environments
Requirements
Required Qualifications
+ 2+ years of accounts payable experience
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Experience with ERP or accounting systems (e.g., Oracle, Net Suite, SAP, Workday, Great Plains, Quick Books)
+ Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
+ Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
+ Solid Excel skills (lookup functions, pivot tables a plus)
+ Professional communication skills and a client-service mindset
Preferred Qualifications
+ Experience in multiple industries or consulting environments
+ Exposure to process improvements or AP automation tools
+ Associate or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance,
Why Join Robert Half Loan Staff
+ Full-time, salaried position with uncapped bonus potential and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more.
+ Exposure to a variety of clients and industries
+ Hybrid work flexibility based on client needs
+ Ongoing career development, training, and support
+ Continuing education through free online courses to strengthen skills and earn CPE credits
+ Opportunity to build broad accounting expertise while maintaining stability
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 including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company's 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays.
The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at
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