Accounts Payable Specialist – Growth & Impact

STARC of Louisiana; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus available

Medical

Dental

Vision

Basic Life

401(k) Plan

Paid Holidays

PTO

Job summary

STARC of Louisiana in Slidell, LA seeks an Accounts Payable Technician to manage vendor setup, invoice processing, and reporting. This full-time role involves maintaining AP records, ensuring policy compliance, and supporting month-end activities.

The candidate should have an associate degree in accounting (or 3+ years experience) and proficiency with Excel and accounting software. Excellent organization, communication, and confidentiality are required.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in accounting preferred or a high school diploma with 3+ years of AP/ accounting experience
• High level proficiency with desktop computers, MS Office, and accounting software including Excel and Word
• Understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles
• Experience with nonprofit or governmental accounting is desirable
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work under pressure
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Self-starter with minimal supervision and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work

Responsibilities

• Set up new vendors in the AP system and gather information for payments and reporting
• Review and edit AP invoices and receipts for accuracy and compliance with policy
• Determine correct account coding based on vendor history and reporting requirements
• Enter invoices into AP system for payment and process weekly payables
• Handle monthly credit card billings and recurring payments
• Prepare and submit 1099 and 1098 forms; mail 1099 forms to vendors
• Maintain vendor files and respond to inquiries about invoices or payments
• Maintain electronic records of AP documents and archiving

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Time management

English proficiency

Education

Associate degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

STARC of Louisiana in Slidell, LA seeks an Accounts Payable Technician to manage vendor setup, invoice processing, and reporting. This full-time role involves maintaining AP records, ensuring policy compliance, and supporting month-end activities.

The candidate should have an associate degree in accounting (or 3+ years experience) and proficiency with Excel and accounting software. Excellent organization, communication, and confidentiality are required.