AP Accountant

Description We are looking for an experienced AP Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Wilmington, Massachusetts. In this role, you will play a vital part in maintaining accurate accounts payable records, ensuring timely processing of invoices, and resolving discrepancies with vendors. Your expertise in corporate tax and financial processes will be essential to support ongoing accounting operations. Responsibilities: - Monitor the accounts payable mailbox to manage incoming invoices and ensure efficient processing. - Verify invoices for compliance with approval requirements to facilitate accurate and timely vendor payments. - Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies in collaboration with the purchasing team. - Conduct research and reconciliation of vendor accounts to maintain accurate records. - Contribute to improvements in accounts payable processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Requirements - Strong knowledge of corporate tax and sales tax regulations. - Proven experience in preparing corporate tax returns. - Proficiency in managing journal entries and maintaining the general ledger. - Solid background in accounts payable processes and procedures. - Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills for handling vendor account reconciliations. - Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment. - Familiarity with financial software and tools used in accounting processes. 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 ( 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 including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company's 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources. © 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 ( .