Accounts Payable Specialist Job at Robert Half (New Orleans)

Accounts Payable Specialist

Robert Half

Location:
United States , New Orleans

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day payment operations for a long-term contract opportunity based in New Orleans, Louisiana. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-focused, and experienced in processing invoices accurately while maintaining strong financial controls. The position will play an important part in keeping vendor payments timely, records well coded, and disbursement activities running smoothly.

Job Responsibility:

Review incoming invoices, assign the correct account coding, and prepare transactions for accurate entry into the payables process
Process accounts payable activities in a timely manner to ensure vendors are paid according to established schedules and approval requirements
Manage invoice coding details and validate supporting documentation before submitting items for payment
Coordinate ACH payments and assist with check run preparation to support reliable and efficient disbursements
Reconcile payable records, investigate discrepancies, and follow up on outstanding issues with internal teams or vendors
Maintain organized financial documentation and update payment records to support audit readiness and reporting needs.

Requirements:

Prior experience handling accounts payable functions in a business environment that requires strong attention to detail
Working knowledge of account coding principles and invoice review procedures
Hands-on experience processing ACH transactions and supporting check run activities
Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify errors and maintain accurate payment records
Ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining consistency and accuracy
Clear communication skills for coordinating with vendors and internal stakeholders.

What we offer:

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan.

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 16, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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