AP/AR Admin Support - Metairie

Location:

Metairie, LA, US, 70002

Overview

The Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Assistant is responsible for providing administrative and accounting support to ensure efficient, timely, and accurate processing of financial transactions. This role supports both payables and receivables functions — maintaining vendor relationships, ensuring invoices and payments are processed properly, and assisting with customer billing, collections, and account reconciliation.

Roles & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable
• Process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receipts, ensuring proper authorization and coding.
• Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers.
• Maintain organized files of vendor invoices, payments, and related documentation.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
Accounts Receivable
• Generate and send customer invoices.
• Record incoming payments via check, ACH, and credit card.
• Follow up with customers on overdue accounts and assist with collections as needed.
• Maintain accurate customer records and apply payments to the correct accounts.
• Support monthly AR aging analysis and cash application reporting.
General / Administrative Support
• Assist with month-end closing processes (journal entries, reconciliations, etc.).
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting files and documentation.
• Provide administrative support to the accounting team as needed.
• Communicate effectively with internal departments, vendors, and customers.
Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree or higher in Accounting or Business preferred.
• Working knowledge of QuickBooks, Sage, or other accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Benefits

Recession Resistant Industry
Consistent work, with a work/life balance
Overtime Opportunities
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
401(k) Plan w/ employer match contribution
Medical / Dental / Vision plan offered
Life Insurance - Company Paid
Short-term / Long-term Disability Insurance - Company Paid
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) - Optional

Get Hired

What to Expect During our Hiring Process

Background Check
Motor Vehicle Record Check
5-Panel Drug Screen
Fit for Duty Baseline Physical (if applicable)
Paid Orientation
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Req #: 2217