Accounts Payable Specialist

We’re currently looking to hire an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist for an excellent opportunity in the Metairie area. The ideal candidate will have 5 years full-cycle accounts payable processing experience. This position will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of invoices, and expense reports.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Process day-to-day transactions involving incoming invoices and requests for payment including:
• Collecting, reviewing, verifying and reconciling all invoices and requests for payment
• Communicate with various departments for invoice approval
• Scan and enter invoices into Microsoft Dynamics SL and ensure they’re properly coded and posted
• File original invoices and ensure scanned invoices are achieved to the proper folder for organizational and audit purposes
• Identify and clarify any unusual items, invoices or prices
• Set-up electronic payments within Microsoft Dynamics SL and print checks
• Submit payment clearances to the bank
• Provide completed paperwork to Controller for payment processing
• Ensure all invoices are processed and paid on-time and correctly
• Maintain and update all vendor files, handle vendor inquiries and maintain excellent relationships with vendors
• Process and issue 1099’s
• Verify sales & use taxes are paid on transactions and make any necessary filings
• Post and process journal entries to ensure business transactions are bring correctly recorded
• Perform reconciliations related to accounts payable and other areas of accounting
• Support and participate in activities, journal entries and verification of transactions related to company purchasing cards
• Maintain records and documentation on transactions that may be tax exempt
• Prepare and submit weekly/monthly reports
• Assist accountants with month/year end close
• Assist management in delivering budgets
• Maintain a professional, cooperative and service-oriented attitude while showing respect to and following instructions of all superiors, managers and co-workers

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required, AS/BS in Accounting or related field a plus
• Minimum of 5 years full-cycle accounts payable experience with solid understanding of AP process and principles
• Experience with sales and use tax preferred
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy with a high level of integrity
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong time management skills with an ability to handle pressure and ensure deadlines are met

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: One location

Salary : $45,000 - $50,000