Description We are offering a contract to permanent employment opportunity for an Accounting Specialist in Houston, Texas. The role involves a wide range of accounting functions and requires proficiency in various software and tools. The workplace is a hybrid setting, requiring both onsite and remote work. Responsibilities: • Efficiently and accurately process customer credit applications • Manage all aspects of check distribution on a daily basis using Bottomline software • Ensure accuracy by balancing Check Registers against Batch Status reports • Prepare checks for mailing, including Certified Regular FedEx and delivery to the mailroom • Handle Special Handling requests and attachments associated with outgoing checks • Conduct check cancellations and 'Do Not Mail' requests as necessary • Oversee the monthly check processing of the LIS NPI Pottstown Retirees and Tax uploads • Maintain Certified Mail Log and FedEx Daily Closing Report • Ensure upkeep of all check stuffing and printing equipment, including check stock toner and envelopes • Oversee archiving of check-related data • Handle running payment program function for electronic payments • Manage POS Pay notifications from banks on checks needing decisions to pay • Correct Payment Failures due to incorrect banking information, incorrect currency, incorrect payment method, payment refused or unknown issues received from the banks • Manage 2 mailboxes associated with Payment Admin/Check Admin areas • Research and resolve payment issues • Recommend and evaluate improvements and streamlining opportunities in areas of responsibility. Requirements • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word • Familiarity with Microsoft PowerPoint • Experience with Accounts Payable (AP) • Knowledge of Payment Processing procedures • Ability to conduct thorough Research • Experience in Review and Supervising activities • Skills in Check Processing • Excellent Time Management abilities • Understanding of Tax regulations • Familiarity with Printing processes • Experience with Closing financial periods • Knowledge of SAP R/3 software • Experience in Streamlining processes • Comfortable with Onsite work • Ability to Ensure Accuracy in all tasks • Experience with FedEx shipping procedures • Knowledge of Archiving procedures • Familiarity with Notifications systems • Experience in Transaction Processing • Comfortable working in a Mailroom environment • Ability to generate Status Reports • Knowledge of Electronic Payments procedures • Experience with Certified Mail 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. 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) .