About the Accounts Payable Specialist Role at Robert Half

Discover an exceptional opportunity for an Accounts Payable Specialist with a leading, publicly traded manufacturer in the New Haven Area, Connecticut. This 30-hour per week hybrid position offers the perfect blend of professional growth, flexibility, and stability. Partnering exclusively through Robert Half, this role supports a financially robust organization known for its positive team culture and innovative approach to accounting. If you're a technically proficient AP professional seeking a part-time schedule without sacrificing top-tier benefits, this Accounts Payable Specialist job in New Haven, CT is tailored for you.

The AP function here is 100% automated, leveraging cutting-edge ERP systems, making it ideal for candidates who thrive in tech-driven environments. Reporting to the Accounting Manager and Controller, you'll play a key role in day-to-day accounts payable management and general accounting tasks. With a hybrid model requiring just 1 day in office, enjoy the flexibility to balance work and life while contributing to a high-performing team.

Why This Role Stands Out in New Haven's Job Market

In the competitive New Haven Area, CT job market, this position differentiates itself with its prorated $55,000 salary context for 30 hours/week, translating to competitive hourly rates. Robert Half specializes in placing top talent in such roles, ensuring you join a stable, growth-oriented company. Perfect for parents, students, or professionals prioritizing work-life balance, this isn't just a job—it's a career move with long-term potential.

Key Responsibilities

As the Accounts Payable Specialist, your impact will be immediate and varied. Core duties include:

• Thoroughly reviewing and processing high-volume invoices with precision to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Preparing check runs and coordinating payment schedules to maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Managing ACH transfers and wire payments efficiently in a secure, automated environment.
• Collaborating with vendors and internal customers to resolve account inquiries and maintain ledger integrity.
• Investigating and resolving variances, ensuring financial records are audit-ready.
• Supporting journal entries, month-end close processes, and reconciliations.
• Taking on ad hoc projects, such as SOX audits, ERP enhancements, and departmental initiatives.

This role demands multitasking in a dynamic setting, where your technical skills will streamline operations for a publicly traded entity.

Required Qualifications

To excel as our Accounts Payable Specialist in New Haven, CT, bring the following:

• 3+ years of full-cycle AP processing experience, specifically in automated systems.
• Hands-on expertise with ERP platforms like NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle.
• Exceptional communication skills for vendor interactions and team collaboration.
• Proven multitasking ability in fast-paced accounting departments.
• Preferred: Experience in publicly traded organizations with SOX compliance exposure.
• Technical proficiency and a detail-oriented mindset.

Robert Half candidates who match these will receive priority consideration. This 30-hour/week role will not exceed the schedule, providing predictability and balance.

Why Join Us? Exceptional Benefits and Culture

Embrace a rewarding career with unmatched perks:

• 30-hour work week—ideal for flexibility without full-time demands.
• Hybrid schedule: Only 1 day in office, remote the rest.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage and 401k matching.
• Collaborative, positive team culture in a financially stable, publicly traded manufacturer.
• Professional development opportunities through Robert Half's network.

Join a company where your contributions matter, and work-life balance is prioritized. This Accounts Payable Specialist hybrid job offers stability in New Haven's thriving economy. Apply today via Robert Half or email Kelsey.Ryan@roberthalf.com with your resume. Don't miss this part-time AP career opportunity in Connecticut—spaces fill fast!

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