Accounts Payable Specialist Job at Robert Half (Homewood)

Accounts Payable Specialist

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Homewood

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Contract work

Salary:

23.00 - 24.00 USD / Hour

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Job Description:

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a busy machinery manufacturing operation in Homewood, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and takes pride in accuracy, organization, and timely follow-through. The person in this role will help keep vendor payments moving efficiently by processing invoices, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining clear communication with internal teams and external suppliers.

Job Responsibility:

Process a high daily volume of supplier invoices with accuracy and speed using the company’s ERP system, including Epicor
Review invoice details against purchase orders to identify mismatches in pricing, quantities, or items and follow through on needed corrections
Work directly with vendors to address questions related to invoices, account statements, and payment status
Partner with purchasing and operations teams to resolve exceptions and support smooth invoice approval and payment workflows
Maintain organized vendor records and documentation to ensure files are current, accessible, and audit-ready
Monitor invoice movement through the payment cycle to help ensure timely processing across multiple entities and vendor accounts
Investigate discrepancies and manage complex issues by gathering details, researching records, and escalating when appropriate
Provide support in other accounts payable activities, document management tasks, and additional projects as business needs arise

Requirements:

3-5 years of accounts payable experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work history
High school diploma or equivalent required
additional education in accounting or finance is preferred
Strong data entry and typing skills with the ability to maintain accuracy in a high-volume setting
Working knowledge of accounting fundamentals and invoice processing best practices
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort learning or using ERP platforms such as Epicor
Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize competing tasks effectively
Experience supporting multiple vendor accounts or operating within a multi-company environment is highly valued

What we offer:

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

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 03, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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