Accounts Payable Clerk Job at Robert Half (Arlington)

Accounts Payable Clerk

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Arlington

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a busy finance team on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This role is well suited for someone who learns quickly, enjoys managing a steady flow of transactions, and can bring a thoughtful approach to day-to-day accounting work. The position offers the opportunity to support essential payables operations while contributing to an organized and responsive vendor payment process.

Job Responsibility:

Process a high volume of invoices each month with accuracy, including both straightforward entries and more detailed multi-line transactions
Review, code, and enter invoices into the system while ensuring charges are assigned correctly and supporting documentation is complete
Help reduce existing invoice queues by prioritizing outstanding items and maintaining timely turnaround on daily payables activity
Manage employee expense submissions and verify compliance with internal approval and documentation standards before payment
Communicate with vendors and internal business partners to resolve billing questions, payment discrepancies, and missing information
Support full-cycle accounts payable activities from invoice receipt through payment processing and record maintenance
Participate in knowledge-sharing and cross-training efforts to strengthen team coverage across accounts payable functions
Provide additional support during the initial onboarding period, including availability to work Fridays during the first several weeks of the assignment

Requirements:

Hands-on experience in accounts payable, including invoice review, coding, and processing
Ability to handle high transaction volume while maintaining strong attention to detail and accuracy
Familiarity with full-cycle AP procedures, from invoice entry through payment support and reconciliation follow-up
Experience processing expense reports and working with vendor-related documentation and inquiries
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage backlogs, shifting priorities, and recurring deadlines
Sound judgment, initiative, and a proactive mindset suited to a fast-moving team environment
Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across finance and operations

What we offer:

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 11, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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