Job Description
Job 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.
• 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.