Description

Robert Half is seeking an Accounts Payable Supervisor/Manager for leading industrial services company in Baton Rouge. This direct hire, permanent position is offers a competitive salary and benefits package as well as an extremely family friendly, flexible hybrid work schedule and opportunity for career advancement in the near future.

This role oversees the processing of vendor invoices and employee expenses, manage the disbursement runs, and offer support for accounting and general ledger tasks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the accounts payable team in managing vendor invoices and employee expenses.

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of weekly disbursement runs.

• Conduct regular reconciliation of vendor accounts and company records to resolve discrepancies.

• Perform month-end close processes, including reconciling the subledger to the general ledger and recording appropriate accruals for unrecorded invoices.

• Prepare 1099s and conduct year-end procedures.

• Develop and implement systems, policies, and procedures to ensure solid internal controls.

• Verify invoices and expense reports to ensure compliance with company guidelines.

• Deliver exceptional customer service to both internal and external customers.

• Recruit, train, and develop staff effectively, ensuring optimal performance.

• Stay updated with the latest accounting principles and best practices for accounts payable processing.

Requirements

• Possess significant experience in Accounts Payable (AP) operations

• Demonstrable understanding of accruals and their application in financial processing

• Proficiency in managing General Ledger activities

• Strong leadership skills to supervise and manage the Accounts Payable team

• Excellent communication skills for liaising with other departments and vendors

• Proven ability to train and mentor team members on Accounts Payable processes

• Capable of managing the month-end closing process and assist in the preparation of monthly reports

• Ability to improve processes and implement new systems to increase efficiency in the Accounts Payable department

• Proficient in using accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite

• Strong analytical skills to resolve complex payment and reconciliation issues

• Bachelors degree preferred, but will consider experience in lieu of degree

For confidential consideration, contact Hayley Euper at 504-383-0704 or apply today! Thank you for your interest in Robert Half.

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