Accounts Payable Specialist

HRI Development LLC•New Orleans, LA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Established over thirty-five years ago in New Orleans, Louisiana, HRI Properties (HRI) is a full-service real estate development company and a national leader in the adaptive reuse of historic structures. HRI Properties is vertically integrated and has expertise in development, construction, design, governmental relations, environmental matters, historic landmark designation, and property management. HRI Management, LLC (HRIM) is the multi-family property management entity within HRI Properties. HRIM manages a diverse portfolio of fifty-three multi-family developments consisting of five thousand units that offer luxury, affordable, and mixed-income living opportunities and over two hundred thousand square feet of office/retail space in a five-state area for HRI Properties, HRI Communities, and third-party property owners. At HRIM, our long-term track record of success is attributable to our associates and their impact on the communities we manage. Our team is as diverse and unique as our property portfolio mix, and we are proud to have one of the highest employee tenure records in our industry. We welcome and embrace all ethnicities, cultures, ages, and lifestyles, and hire individuals who can choose where they want to work. Because of our reputation and company culture, they have decided to work at HRIM.

Requirements

Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and high-volume invoice environments
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail and ability to identify and resolve discrepancies
Ability to analyze workflow issues and support process improvements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively while also self-managing workload and priorities
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across departments
Positive attitude with a willingness to learn, support the team, and adapt to changing priorities

Responsibilities

Key in and process all accounts payable invoices; check invoices for accuracy; verify account coding; route invoices for approval; resolve discrepancies within the area of responsibility
Support day-to-day invoice processing and assist the team in managing volume to avoid disruptions and late fees
Monitor centralized AP workflows (e.g., inbox, approvals, processing queues) to ensure items are prioritized and completed in a timely manner
Assist with vendor inquiries, discrepancies, and payment follow-ups to ensure timely and accurate resolution
Run and review accounts payable reports to research and reconcile accounts; reconcile vendor statements to the AP system
Support check runs and payment processing, including backup coverage as needed
Assist with onboarding of new properties, including coordination of vendors, invoice flow, and AP processes
Support process improvements, including documentation, standardization, and operational updates
Performs special projects that require knowledge of accounts payable accounting
Other duties as assigned