Accounts Payable Processor

Emr-USA-Metal-Recyclin; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

EMR USA Metal Recycling is seeking an Accounts Payable Processor to join our Metairie, LA office. The AP Processor will review and code invoices, process payments, and maintain vendor records while ensuring timely and accurate financial data entry and reporting.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in AP or related fields, strong attention to detail, and good communication skills to support internal teams and our blue-collar operations.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounts payable, bookkeeping, or a related field
• Experience processing invoices and maintaining financial records
• Solid understanding of AP procedures and payroll practices
• Discretion in handling confidential financial and employee data
• Clear written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Review, verify, code, and process invoices, check requests, and other AP transactions with accuracy and timeliness
• Prepare electronic payments and reconcile vendor accounts to keep payments on schedule
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, process expense reports, and maintain vendor records while responding promptly to inquiries
• Post transactions to appropriate journals and ledgers, maintain accurate financial records, and support account analysis and monthly reporting
• Uphold compliance with company policies and accounting procedures, while proactively identifying ways to streamline AP processes

Skills

Accounts payable

Bookkeeping

Payroll support

General accounting principles

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication

Confidential data handling

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

D365

Job description

Posted Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 6:00 AM

About Us:

EMR is one of the world's leading metal recycling companies with a history spanning decades. At EMR, our employees are the heart and soul of our organization. We are committed to creating a workplace that prioritizes the well-being and safety of everyone. Our company provides a supportive and inclusive community where everyone's ideas and contributions are valued. We believe in teamwork and collaboration.

Our mission is to provide our customers with efficient and reliable metal recycling services while minimizing the environmental impact of our operations. EMR recycles ten million tons of material annually, everything from beverage cans to aircraft carriers. We work with a wide variety of metals including copper, aluminum, brass, and stainless steel and can recycle it into more than 200 different types of new sustainable raw materials.

EMR offers our team a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans with company match, wellbeing benefits, employee assistance program and more. Join us and be a part of a team that puts people first!

EMR is currently seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Processor to join our team! As an AP Processor, you will play a critical role in maintaining accurate accounts and supporting invoicing functions for our business. The ideal candidate will have around 2 years of experience in a similar role, be detail-oriented, and have strong customer service skills. If you're looking for a hands-on position where you can contribute to the financial operations of a blue-collar industry, we want to hear from you! This role will be based at our Metairie, LA office!

Key Responsibilities:

• Review, verify, code, and process invoices, check requests, and other AP transactions with accuracy and timeliness
• Prepare electronic payments and reconcile vendor accounts to keep payments on schedule
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, process expense reports, and maintain vendor records while responding promptly to inquiries
• Post transactions to appropriate journals and ledgers, maintain accurate financial records, and support account analysis and monthly reporting
• Uphold compliance with company policies and accounting procedures, while proactively identifying ways to streamline AP processes

Required Skills & Abilities:

• High school diploma required ; Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable, bookkeeping, or a related accounting field
• Proven track record processing invoices, maintaining financial records, and supporting payroll operations
• Solid understanding of general accounting principles, AP procedures, and payroll practices
• Discretion in handling confidential financial and employee data
• ERP system experience (e.g., D365)
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Sharp analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Clear, effective written and verbal communication

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