<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the financial operations of our client's firm located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role will oversee all aspects of accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance, ensuring accurate and efficient financial management. The ideal candidate has expertise in trust accounting, legal billing workflows, and proficiency in QuickBooks, combined with a strong ability to streamline processes in a dynamic environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage daily accounting functions, including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, trust accounting, cost tracking, and payroll.</p><p>• Prepare comprehensive financial reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.</p><p>• Monitor cash flow, analyze financial performance metrics, and provide revenue projections to firm leadership.</p><p>• Lead month-end and year-end closing procedures, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Develop and oversee the firm’s annual budget while conducting financial forecasting and variance analysis.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with state bar regulations and legal industry standards in trust and billing transactions.</p><p>• Supervise billing operations, collections, retainers, and trust account reconciliations.</p><p>• Collaborate with firm partners on financial strategy, profitability analysis, and compensation models.</p><p>• Implement and maintain robust financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.</p><p>• Coordinate with external auditors and tax professionals to ensure regulatory compliance and accurate filings.</p>
<p>We are looking for a dedicated and experienced VP/Director of Finance to lead and oversee financial operations at our client's facility in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role involves supervising the finance and accounting teams, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations, and managing all aspects of budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with the General Manager and Regional Director of Finance to maintain financial integrity and support the organization's goals.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and enforce internal controls for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Box Office/Ticketing operations, ensuring compliance with tax reporting requirements.</p><p>• Review and approve reconciliations, including bank and account reconciliations, and perform detailed financial analyses as needed.</p><p>• Develop, implement, and oversee budgeting processes, including operating budgets, monthly forecasts, capital budgets, and cash flow analyses.</p><p>• Handle financial aspects of events, including settlements, accounting, and generating detailed event reports.</p><p>• Supervise processes related to journal entries, fixed assets, payroll, and other financial operations to ensure accuracy and completeness of records.</p><p>• Approve financial statements, budget reports, and event flash reports, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.</p><p>• Coordinate with external auditors to complete annual audits and issue audited financial statements.</p><p>• Prepare specialized financial reports and analyses as requested by leadership.</p><p>• Oversee and manage the facility’s cash flow, balancing operational needs and investing idle funds appropriately.</p><p>• Direct the Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable functions to ensure smooth operations.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Analyst to oversee critical functions within accounts receivable and collections. This is a contract position based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, offering the opportunity to work a hybrid schedule- primarily remote, while managing collections and resolving customer billing issues. The role involves strategic cash management, reporting, and interaction with clients to address escalated concerns.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Help guide a team of collectors to achieve accounts receivable targets and maintain efficiency.</p><p>• Monitor cash management and bad debt reserves to ensure accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Prepare accounts receivable reports and ensure compliance with organizational standards.</p><p>• Handle escalated billing and collections issues by interacting directly with customers.</p><p>• Conduct business-to-business collections activities and maintain strong client relationships.</p><p>• Provide support for month-end close activities related to accounts receivable.</p><p>• Analyze aging reports to identify and address overdue accounts.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to streamline processes and improve accounts receivable metrics.</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Excel for reporting, reconciliation, and data analysis.</p><p>• Implement strategies to improve collections and reduce outstanding balances.</p>
