Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist📍 Phoenix, AZ (85034) Fully On Site💰 $55,000–$60,000 Salary🕒 Monday-Friday | Flexible Schedule (Early Start Times Available)Are you an Accounts Payable professional looking for an opportunity to take ownership of the AP function while gaining exposure to accounting, process improvement, and system implementation projects?A growing financial services organization is seeking an Accounts Payable Accountant to manage day-to-day AP operations, support month-end close activities, and play a key role in an upcoming AP system migration.Why You'll Love This Opportunity:✅ Own the AP FunctionManage vendor relationships, invoice processing, ACH/wire/check payments, reconciliations, and payment operations.✅ Be Part of a System TransformationParticipate in AP system implementation, user testing, workflow improvements, training support, and process optimization initiatives.✅ Strong Benefits & Growth Enjoy 3 weeks PTO to start, a 4% 401(k) match, comprehensive benefits, and exposure to broader accounting responsibilities.What You'll Be DoingProcess vendor invoices and ensure proper coding and approvalsManage ACH, wire, and check payment processingMaintain vendor records and handle vendor communicationsResearch and resolve invoice discrepancies and payment issuesMonitor AP aging and ensure timely payment of obligationsPerform balance sheet reconciliations related to APAssist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activitiesSupport audits and regulatory examinationsParticipate in AP system migration and process improvement projectsHelp develop and maintain AP policies, procedures, and internal controlsWhat We're Looking For2+ years of Accounts Payable and/or general accounting experienceStrong understanding of AP processes and internal controlsExperience with reconciliations and month-end close supportExcellent communication and problem-solving skillsAbility to work independently and manage multiple prioritiesExperience with ERP systems and Microsoft ExcelSystem implementation or conversion experience is a plusBanking, financial services, or regulated industry experience is a plusWhat we offer:✔ Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance✔ 3 Weeks PTO to Start✔ 5 Sick Days✔ 4% Company 401(k) Match✔ Stable and Growing Organization✔ Opportunity to Influence Process ImprovementsThis is an excellent opportunity for an A/P professional who enjoys ownership, collaboration, and helping modernize accounting processes while growing their accounting career.Interested applicants please send resume to natalie.arnolde@roberthalf.com with the subject line "Accounts Payable Specialist - Central Phoenix"