Accounts Payable Specialist

Robert Half • Covington, LA • 8h ago

Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join a dynamic service organization in Covington, Louisiana. This short-term contract to permanent opportunity is ideal for professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments and are eager to contribute to a collaborative accounting team. The role offers excellent benefits, career advancement opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture.

Responsibilities:

Process and match vendor invoices to purchase orders and vouchers, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.

Manage accounts receivable functions, including daily invoice processing, cash application, and assisting with collections of overdue accounts.

Provide general accounting support, such as reconciling general ledger accounts and assisting with month-end closings.

Review and correct transaction documents, revising entries and initiating necessary follow-up actions.

Assign appropriate expenditure and accounting codes to documents, ensuring correct classifications.

Prepare financial statements and reports by gathering and analyzing data from various sources.

Post financial transactions to journals, registers, and ledgers using manual and electronic systems.

Investigate and resolve discrepancies by tracing errors, reconstructing actions, and preparing correction documents.

Monitor budgets and assist in adjustments and transfers to support budgetary control.

Participate in special projects and perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements - Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting is preferred.

Proficiency in data entry with excellent attention to detail.

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting software is a plus.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Familiarity with accounts payable processes, including coding invoices and check runs.

Experience with Automated Clearing House (ACH) transactions is advantageous.

Strong analytical skills for reconciling accounts and resolving discrepancies.

Entry-level candidates with a strong foundation in accounting principles are welcome to apply.

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.

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