Accounts Payable Clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a team in New Orleans, Louisiana in a Contract to Permanent role. This position supports daily payment operations by reviewing invoices, organizing documentation, and helping maintain accurate financial records. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable handling high-volume transactional work while meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities:

• Review incoming invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper approval before processing
• Assign the correct accounting codes to vendor invoices and enter payment data into the system
• Prepare and support scheduled check runs to ensure vendors are paid on time
• Maintain organized accounts payable records and documentation for tracking and audit purposes
• Resolve invoice discrepancies by coordinating with vendors and internal departments
• Monitor payment activity and help keep accounts payable transactions current and accurate
• Experience supporting accounts payable functions in an office environment
• Ability to code invoices accurately and process payments with strong attention to detail
• Familiarity with check runs and routine invoice handling procedures
• Working knowledge of invoice processing and accounts payable documentation
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency with basic accounting systems and standard office software