We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a team in New Orleans, Louisiana in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent role. This position focuses on maintaining accurate payment records, reviewing invoice details, and supporting timely vendor payments in a fast-paced accounting environment. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with high-volume transactions, organized in their approach, and confident using QuickBooks Desktop and Microsoft Excel.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review incoming invoices for accuracy, assign the appropriate coding, and prepare them for entry into the accounts payable workflow.<br>• Enter and process vendor invoices in a timely manner while maintaining complete and accurate financial records.<br>• Coordinate regular check runs and help ensure payments are issued according to established schedules and approvals.<br>• Reconcile invoice information with supporting documentation to resolve discrepancies before payment is released.<br>• Maintain organized accounts payable files and update records to support audits, reporting, and internal tracking needs.<br>• Communicate with vendors and internal departments to answer payment questions and follow up on outstanding items.<br>• Use QuickBooks Desktop and Excel to track payable activity, prepare reports, and support day-to-day accounting operations.
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations for an import/export organization in Louisiana. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is well suited for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing high-volume invoice activity with accuracy. The person in this role will help keep payment processes on track while partnering with internal teams to maintain timely and reliable accounts payable support.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review incoming vendor invoices, confirm supporting details, and assign accurate coding before entry into the accounting system.<br>• Process accounts payable transactions in a timely manner to help ensure vendors are paid according to established terms.<br>• Prepare and coordinate check runs, verifying payment information and resolving discrepancies before release.<br>• Maintain organized payment records and documentation to support reporting, reconciliations, and audit readiness.<br>• Communicate with vendors and internal departments to research invoice questions, payment status updates, and account issues.<br>• Monitor invoice workflow from receipt through approval and payment, following up as needed to prevent delays.<br>• Assist with identifying and correcting billing inconsistencies, duplicate submissions, or missing approvals within the payable process.