Accounts Payable Clerk

Job highlights
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Qualifications
Must have at least 5 years of experience in a similar role within the Import/Export industry
Proficient in Account Reconciliation and Accounts Payable (AP)
Experience in Check Runs and Coding Invoices is essential
Data Entry skills are required
Must be adept in Invoice Processing
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is necessary
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Excellent organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail
Ability to work within a team and independently as required
Must have a problem-solving mindset with the ability to make decisions based on accurate and timely analysis
Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
Must be flexible and adaptable to changes in a fast-paced working environment
High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency to achieve goals
Benefits
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Responsibilities
Handle the processing of invoices and ensure the accurate coding of invoices
Conduct account reconciliation tasks to maintain accurate accounts payable records
Implement check runs and manage purchase orders
Ensure efficient data entry while maintaining the accuracy of customer credit applications
Monitor customer accounts and take appropriate actions based on account status
Utilize Microsoft Excel for various tasks including invoice processing and other account management duties
Respond to and resolve customer inquiries related to their accounts
Maintain the confidentiality and security of all financial and employee files
Job description
Description

Robert Half has an opening for an Accounts Payable Clerk with our client in Covington, Louisiana. As a part of our team within the Import/Export industry, you will be instrumental in managing accounts payable, reconciling accounts, and ensuring efficient data entry. This is a short-term contract to full time employment opportunity.

Responsibilities
• Handle the processing of invoices and ensure the accurate coding of invoices
• Conduct account reconciliation tasks to maintain accurate accounts payable records
• Implement check runs and manage purchase orders
• Ensure efficient data entry while maintaining the accuracy of customer credit applications
• Monitor customer accounts and take appropriate actions based on account status
• Utilize Microsoft Excel for various tasks including invoice processing and other account management duties
• Respond to and resolve customer inquiries related to their accounts
• Maintain the confidentiality and security of all financial and employee files

Requirements
• Must have at least 5 years of experience in a similar role within the Import/Export industry
• Proficient in Account Reconciliation and Accounts Payable (AP)
• Experience in Check Runs and Coding Invoices is essential
• Data Entry skills are required
• Must be adept in Invoice Processing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is necessary
• Experience in handling Purchase Orders is desired
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to work within a team and independently as required
• Must have a problem-solving mindset with the ability to make decisions based on accurate and timely analysis
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Must be flexible and adaptable to changes in a fast-paced working environment
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency to achieve goals
• Knowledge of import/export regulations and documentation is a plus

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