Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in New Orleans. In this role, you will handle critical financial processes, including intercompany transactions, vendor invoice management, and compliance with sales and use tax regulations. You will work collaboratively across departments to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to policies. Responsibilities: • Process and reconcile intercompany purchase and sales transactions to ensure accurate financial records. • Manage high volumes of vendor invoices, ensuring timely and precise processing in line with company policies. • Prepare and record journal entries for the general ledger, maintaining accuracy and compliance. • Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals and cutoff procedures. • Perform monthly account reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies as needed. • Support sales and use tax compliance for multiple entities by applying correct tax rules and maintaining documentation. • Monitor vendor adherence to contractual terms and address any discrepancies. • Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants to enhance operational efficiency. • Maintain audit-ready documentation to support compliance efforts. • Utilize advanced Microsoft Excel skills for financial reporting and account reconciliations. For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half 504-383-0743. Thank you! Requirements • Associate’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent experience in Accounts Payable. • Minimum of three years of experience in accounts payable and financial processes. • Proficient understanding of accounting principles, sales and use tax, and AP procedures. • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including formulas and data analysis. • Strong organizational abilities with excellent attention to detail. • Effective communication skills for cross-functional collaboration. • Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision. • Familiarity with general ledger, account reconciliation, and GAAP accounting standards. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .