About the Accounts Payable Specialist Role at Robert Half

Robert Half is excited to welcome a talented Accounts Payable Specialist to our innovative Full-Time Engagement Professional (FTEP) team in Atlanta, Georgia. As a full-time Robert Half employee, you'll enjoy the stability of a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, overtime pay eligibility, and performance-based bonus opportunities. This isn't your typical temporary role—it's a dynamic, ongoing career opportunity designed for ambitious accounting professionals who thrive on variety and challenge.

Our FTEP model places you on medium- to long-term client engagements, providing unparalleled exposure to cutting-edge accounting systems, diverse industries, and complex financial challenges. Whether you're implementing new ERP platforms, supporting mergers and acquisitions, or stabilizing operations during staff transitions, you'll make a tangible impact. Plus, even between assignments, you continue receiving your full paycheck while honing your skills through Robert Half's professional development programs. If you love diving into new environments, solving intricate AP puzzles, and driving operational improvements, this role is your gateway to an exciting accounting career with Robert Half.

Types of Engagements You'll Tackle

• Accounting System Implementations: Lead migrations and conversions to modern ERP systems like SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite.
• Account Reconciliations: Dive deep into subledgers to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Mergers & Acquisitions Support: Streamline AP processes during high-stakes integrations.
• Leave Coverage: Provide seamless support for medical or maternity leaves.
• Audit Preparation: Organize records and resolve issues for smooth annual audits.
• Workload Surge Support: Handle peak volumes during staff reductions or busy seasons.

This position demands a versatile Accounts Payable expert with proven full-cycle experience, including high-volume invoice processing, three-way matching, batching, coding, vendor management, expense reporting, subledger reconciliations, and journal entries. Atlanta's thriving business scene offers endless opportunities to apply your expertise across Fortune 500 companies and growing enterprises.

Key Responsibilities

As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you'll be the backbone of efficient financial operations. Your daily impact includes:

• Performing high-volume matching, batching, coding, and entering of invoices with precision.
• Posting AP batches and conducting thorough reconciliations to maintain ledger accuracy.
• Investigating and resolving complex invoice discrepancies, vendor queries, and payment issues.
• Reconciling AP subledgers to the general ledger, identifying and correcting variances promptly.
• Managing capital lease schedules and tracking monthly payments for compliance.
• Leveraging advanced Excel functions like VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and data analysis for insightful reporting.
• Collaborating on system implementations, process optimizations, and special projects as needed.
• Supporting audit readiness by organizing documentation and ensuring all AP records are audit-compliant.

Required Qualifications

To excel in this role, you bring:

• 3+ years of hands-on accounting or Accounts Payable experience, ideally in dynamic, high-volume environments.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with expertise in VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and data manipulation.
• Demonstrated experience with large-scale ERP/accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, NetSuite).
• Strong adaptability, quick learning ability, and a passion for mastering new technologies and processes.
• Proven track record in full-cycle AP, including vendor setup, expense reporting, and reconciliations.
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive under pressure.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred but not required.

Your diverse background in varied industries will set you apart, as you'll rotate through engagements that keep your skills sharp and career advancing.

Why Join Robert Half's FTEP Team?

Choosing Robert Half means investing in your future. Enjoy full-time employment stability with all the perks of a traditional role—competitive pay estimated at $55,000-$65,000 annually (based on $28/hour), health insurance, 401(k) matching, PTO, and more—while gaining the excitement of project-based work. Our Atlanta office puts you at the heart of a booming metro area with opportunities in tech, finance, healthcare, and beyond. Build a robust network, earn certifications, and accelerate your path to senior roles. Robert Half's reputation as a leader in finance and accounting staffing ensures your resume stands out. Apply today and elevate your AP career with a company that values your growth as much as your expertise!

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