Accounts Payable Clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations for a long-term contract opportunity based in New Orleans, Louisiana. This position focuses on accurate invoice handling, timely payment processing, and consistent record maintenance within the accounts payable function. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing a steady volume of vendor transactions while helping maintain efficient payment workflows.

Responsibilities:

• Review incoming invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper supporting documentation before processing.
• Assign the correct accounting codes to invoices and enter payment data into the appropriate system with a high level of accuracy.
• Prepare and coordinate routine check runs to ensure vendors are paid on schedule.
• Track invoice status, resolve discrepancies, and follow up on missing approvals or documentation as needed.
• Maintain organized accounts payable records and supporting files for auditing and reporting purposes.
• Communicate with vendors and internal teams to address payment questions and clarify invoice-related issues.
• Experience working in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role.
• Ability to code invoices accurately and process a high volume of payable transactions.
• Familiarity with preparing check runs and supporting timely vendor payments.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in invoice review and data entry.
• Effective organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with vendors and internal stakeholders.