Accounts Payable Specialist

Robert Half
Boston, MA

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Boston, Massachusetts on a Long-term Contract basis. This role is ideal for someone who can take full responsibility for the payables function, work confidently with minimal oversight, and bring strong Workday expertise from day one. You will support a steady flow of invoice and payment activity while partnering closely with purchasing and accounting colleagues to maintain accuracy and timeliness.

Responsibilities:
• Manage the accounts payable cycle from invoice receipt through final payment, ensuring each step is completed accurately and on schedule.
• Review and process vendor invoices in Workday, including items that require detailed analysis or exception handling.
• Convert approved transactions into payable invoices and confirm that supporting information is complete.
• Reconcile invoices against purchase orders and work closely with internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies.
• Handle weekly invoice volume with careful attention to coding, approvals, and documentation requirements.
• Execute payment processing through check runs and approved third-party payment platforms such as Paymode.
• Maintain organized records within the system and help ensure compliance with internal accounting controls.
• Serve as the primary point of ownership for the AP function, identifying issues quickly and keeping work moving independently.• At least 3 years of accounts payable experience, including recent hands-on use of Workday.
• Demonstrated ability to process invoices, apply account coding, and manage payment activity with a high level of accuracy.
• Experience matching purchase orders to invoices and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Working knowledge of payment methods such as ACH, check processing, and electronic payment platforms.
• Proven ability to operate independently and take full ownership of assigned responsibilities.
• Strong attention to detail and sound judgment when handling non-routine or complex invoices.
• Availability to work a hybrid schedule with approximately 3 days onsite in Boston, Massachusetts.
Posted 2026-05-08

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