Accounting Specialist

Company

Robert Half Accountemps

Location

Boston, MA

Pay Rate

Last Updated

May 19, 2026

Description

Description We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a team on a contract basis for a 4-6 week assignment. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who can balance day-to-day accounts payable work with broader support for month-end activities, inventory-related accounting, and financial analysis. The position offers a mix of on-site collaboration and scheduling flexibility while supporting accurate reporting and efficient financial operations.

Responsibilities:

• Review, code, and enter supplier invoices with a high level of accuracy to ensure timely processing within the accounting system.

• Coordinate weekly disbursements to vendors through multiple payment methods, including checks and wire transfers, while maintaining proper documentation.

• Reconcile supplier statements, investigate payment discrepancies, track outstanding balances, and keep vendor tax documentation current for reporting purposes.

• Assist with monthly inventory accounting for multiple locations by preparing entries, reviewing cost reports, and examining inventory variances.

• Evaluate food, beverage, and operational spending patterns to highlight trends, explain fluctuations, and support decision-making with clear financial insight.

• Contribute to month-end close activities, recurring financial reports, budget support, forecast updates, audit preparation, and special accounting assignments.

• Strengthen accounting workflows by organizing records, partnering with operational stakeholders, and providing backup support across the finance team as needed. Requirements • At least 2 years of accounting experience in a hands-on finance or accounting support role.

• Practical knowledge of accounts payable processes, including invoice entry, payment processing, and vendor account maintenance.

• Experience with account reconciliations and core accounting functions in a fast-paced business environment.

• Ability to manage detailed financial information accurately while meeting recurring deadlines.

• Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to work effectively across departments.

• Background in restaurant, hospitality, or retail environments is helpful but not required.

• Comfort working with accounting systems and adapting quickly to internal tools and established procedures.

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.

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Industry: Business Services