Accounts Payable Specialist

Overview

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for ensuring proper review, timely processing and communicating of all disbursements in accordance with Highgate's policies and procedures. This position is within the Highgate Family Office where a candidate will regularly communicate directly with Senior Management and family members.

Location
: US-LA-New Orleans

Property
:
The Riverfront Hotel

Compensation Type
:
Hourly

• This position is responsible for timely and accurate payments of obligations.
• Process approved disbursements
• Ensure that disbursements are processed completely and accurately on a timely basis
• Thorough review of accounts payable invoices and supporting documentation to ensure standard policies and procedures are followed
• Obtain required approvals and signatures on all disbursements as per policies
• Mail processed disbursement checks
• File and/or return supporting documentation in accordance with policies
• Prepare and record bank wires
• Assistance in the establishment, documentation and maintenance of Standard Operating Policies and Procedures, as well as internal control for our accounting operations
• Reconcile and process intercompany billings
• Track and process credit card statements for payment
• Track and process all expenses paid via ACH
• Prepare Accounts Payable reconciliation at month end
• Other special projects, reports, statements and responsibilities, as assigned

• At least 2 years of experience with accounts payable processing
• Bachelors degree preferred
• Strong computers skills, including Microsoft Office and financial accounting systems. Oracle experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work overtime as necessary to complete assigned duties