Accounts Payable Clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support daily financial operations for an import/export organization. Located in Covington, Louisiana this contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing a high volume of invoice activity with accuracy. The person in this role will help maintain timely payment processes while working closely with internal teams to keep accounts payable records current and reliable.

Responsibilities:

• Review incoming invoices, verify supporting documentation, and assign accurate coding before entry into the accounting process.

• Process accounts payable transactions in a timely manner to help ensure vendors are paid according to established terms.

• Prepare and assist with scheduled check runs, confirming payment details and resolving discrepancies before release.

• Maintain organized payment and invoice records so documentation is complete, accessible, and audit-ready.

• Communicate with vendors and internal departments to address billing questions, missing information, and payment status updates.

• Use Microsoft Excel to track invoice activity, reconcile data, and support reporting related to payables.

• Identify and escalate invoice exceptions, duplicate charges, or coding concerns to help protect accuracy in financial records.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience handling accounts payable duties in an office environment with strong attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of invoice coding, invoice review, and full-cycle payment processing.
• Experience supporting check runs and managing vendor payments with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for tracking, organizing, and reviewing financial information.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for working with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• High level of accuracy, organization, and follow-through when processing financial documents.

Compensation

$16.00-$18.00 Hourly

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