Accounts Payable Specialist Job at Robert Half (Brighton)

Accounts Payable Specialist

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Brighton

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a growing organization in Brighton, Massachusetts within the health pharm/biotech sector. This position plays an important role in keeping payables operations accurate, organized, and responsive by processing invoices, supporting vendors, and partnering with internal teams. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound financial judgment, and experience working in a structured purchase order environment.

Job Responsibility:

Process vendor invoices by reviewing documentation, assigning the correct general ledger classifications, and entering transactions accurately into the accounting system
Manage day-to-day accounts payable activity by monitoring shared inbox communications, responding to inquiries, and ensuring items are routed and completed promptly
Work directly with suppliers and internal departments to investigate payment questions, correct discrepancies, and resolve invoice-related issues in a timely manner
Maintain up-to-date vendor records, including payment details and supporting documentation, to help ensure compliance and accurate processing
Reconcile employee expenses, vendor credits, and other payable-related balances to support clean and accurate financial records
Track purchase orders and verify invoice alignment through established matching procedures before payment is approved
Support reimbursement and receipt collection activities by following up on missing documentation and confirming submissions meet policy requirements
Help ensure invoices, expense reports, and other payable transactions move through the approval process within expected deadlines
Contribute to routine payment operations, including check run support and accurate data entry across accounts payable workflows

Requirements:

At least 2 years of hands-on experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role
Practical experience processing invoices, applying account coding, and maintaining a high level of accuracy in transaction entry
Familiarity with accounts payable systems
experience with NetSuite or Microsoft Dynamics is advantageous
Previous work in a purchase order-based environment with knowledge of three-way matching practices
Ability to communicate effectively with vendors and internal business partners to resolve billing and payment questions
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines
Proficiency in reviewing financial details, identifying discrepancies, and following through on issue resolution

What we offer:

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

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Job Posted:
May 10, 2026

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