Accounts Payable Specialist Job at Robert Half (Rochester Hills)

Accounts Payable Specialist

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Rochester Hills

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Contract work

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a transportation equipment manufacturing company in Rochester Hills, Michigan. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who can manage invoice processing, vendor support, and payment activities in a fast-paced environment. The role will play a key part in maintaining accurate payables records, supporting month-end close, and partnering with internal teams to keep financial operations running smoothly.

Job Responsibility:

Handle high-volume vendor invoice processing with accurate general ledger assignment and appropriate matching of supporting documents before payment approval
Investigate billing exceptions, pricing differences, and payment concerns, then work with internal stakeholders and suppliers to resolve issues promptly
Support scheduled payment cycles by preparing disbursements through approved methods such as ACH, checks, and other established payment processes
Reconcile accounts payable activity, review outstanding balances, and raise unresolved variances to the appropriate team members
Maintain vendor records by entering new supplier information and updating existing data in accordance with internal controls and company procedures
Respond to supplier questions regarding invoice status, remittance timing, and related payment matters with accuracy and courtesy
Review and process employee expense submissions to ensure compliance with company guidelines and proper documentation standards
Assist with month-end accounting tasks, including payable accrual support, reconciliations, intercompany activity, and reporting needs
Prepare documentation and reports for audit requests, monitor open items in the invoice management system, and maintain tracking logs for invoice processing accuracy
Provide additional accounts payable support through credit card reconciliation, utility and petty cash processing, blanket purchase order tracking, contractor payment monitoring, and requested AP or general ledger reporting

Requirements:

High school diploma required
an Associate’s degree in Accounting or a related field is preferred
At least 3 years of accounts payable or related accounting experience, ideally within manufacturing or a similar industry setting
Working knowledge of invoice coding, payment processing, account reconciliation, and high-volume AP workflows
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with strong Excel skills required
Experience using ERP platforms or AP automation tools, including SAP or similar systems, is preferred
Strong attention to detail with the ability to organize work effectively and maintain accuracy under deadlines
Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and interact with vendors professionally

What we offer:

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

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 20, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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