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Robert Half Accounts Payable Specialist in Manahawkin, New Jersey

Description

We are seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Southern Ocean County, NJ. This role revolves around the management of capital outflow for the business and includes tasks such as processing vendor payments, reconciling financial reports, and maintaining accurate accounting records.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate the payment process for vendors which includes verifying federal ID numbers and reviewing purchase orders.

• Receive and reconcile expense reports and other financial documents with account balances and office records.

• Identify discount opportunities and issue purchase order amendments or stop-payment orders when necessary.

• Assist in maintaining accounting records and ledgers through monthly statement reconciliation and transaction verification.

• Manage the distribution and entry recording of petty cash, ensuring all documentation is verified.

• Compute and report sales tax based on the invoices paid.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in an Accounts Payable role

• Proficiency in Accounts Payable (AP) processes and procedures

• Familiarity with Accounts Receivable (AR) is advantageous

• Strong numerical skills and attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• High degree of accuracy and understanding of financial and accounting principles

• Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is preferred

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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-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.

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