Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are offering an opportunity for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team based in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. This role involves managing financial transactions, ensuring adherence to policies, and maintaining accurate records. This job function is within the financial industry and the workplace offers a contract to permanent employment opportunity. If you are interested in this role, please call us at 808-531-8056. Preference will be given to applicants currently residing in Hawaii due to the nature of the job requirements. Responsibilities: Efficiently manage daily financial transactions including the verification and classification of accounts payable data. Ensure compliance with regulations associated with accounts payable processes. Accurately execute outgoing payments, adhering to financial policies and procedures. Maintain detailed communication with vendors, coordinating invoice payments and issuing reminders. Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure all bills and payments are appropriately accounted for and posted. Investigate and resolve any discrepancies by reviewing vendor accounts and monthly vendor statements. Prepare comprehensive reports outlining the status of accounts payable. Demonstrate competency in expense accounts and cost centers.Requirements Proficiency in Account Coding is required. Familiarity with Accounting Software Systems is essential. Experience with ADP - Financial Services is necessary. Should have a strong understanding of Accounting Functions. Must have expertise in managing Accounts Payable (AP). Knowledge of Accrual Accounting is mandatory. Experience with Automated Clearing House (ACH) transactions is needed. Proficiency in using QuickBooks is compulsory. 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.© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .