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8 results for Bookkeeper in Saint Louis, LA

Bookkeeper

Baton Rouge, LA
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Temporary to Hire
24.00 - 26.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana in a short-term contract to permanent capacity. This role is ideal for someone who can keep financial records accurate, support day-to-day accounting activity, and contribute to reliable reporting for the business. The successful candidate will bring strong organizational skills, sound judgment with financial data, and hands-on experience managing core bookkeeping functions. Responsibilities:• Build and maintain a structured bookkeeping framework, including account organization and practical financial recordkeeping procedures.• Review daily financial activity, assign transactions correctly, and post entries with a high level of accuracy.• Reconcile account balances regularly to identify discrepancies and keep records aligned.• Manage the general ledger by updating entries and ensuring balances remain current and accurate.• Preserve organized financial documentation to support reporting, audits, and historical record retention.• Compile financial information and prepare clear reports by analyzing and summarizing account activity.• Generate customer invoices, monitor incoming payments, and record deposits in a timely manner.• Support accounting operations related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and audit preparation as needed.
2026-05-08T18:43:42Z

Accounting Clerk

Baton Rouge, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000.00 - 65000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support daily financial operations in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This position is ideal for someone who is comfortable balancing transactional accounting work with payroll-related support and tax compliance tasks. The role will contribute to accurate billing, timely vendor processing, and dependable financial recordkeeping while partnering closely with accounting leadership to strengthen established procedures. Prior experience in IT or a sales environment is a plus. Responsibilities:• Support payroll administration as a secondary resource for the HR lead, helping ensure accurate and timely processing when needed.• Prepare and submit monthly sales tax filings and coordinate payments across various tax jurisdictions.• Generate customer invoices and maintain accounts receivable records to promote prompt and accurate collections activity.• Enter and review vendor bills within accounts payable, ensuring transactions are coded correctly and reflected in the appropriate records.• Assist with day-to-day bookkeeping activities, including data entry and maintenance of organized financial documentation.• Partner with the comptroller to document, refine, and uphold accounting workflows and operating procedures.• Review accounting entries for accuracy, including debit activity and transaction details tied to product sales.• Help track financial components such as commissions and gross profit-related data to support reporting needs. For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half. 504-383-0743
2026-05-28T21:28:46Z

Staff Accountant

Baton Rouge, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
55000.00 - 65000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for an insurance organization in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, reconciling key accounts, and assisting with recurring reporting and close activities. The ideal candidate brings a solid understanding of general ledger accounting, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision. Responsibilities: • Record and post recurring and non-routine journal entries each month, including accruals and premium-related accounting activity. • Match premium accounts receivable transactions to incoming cash on a daily basis and prepare the related accounting adjustments. • Monitor daily cash activity by completing reconciliations that help confirm accurate cash flow reporting. • Perform monthly bank account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. • Calculate and prepare monthly and quarterly agent commission documentation, including logs and supporting statements. • Reconcile claims payment balances each month to ensure completeness and accuracy in financial records. • Prepare premium tax filings for jurisdictions across states and municipalities while maintaining compliance with reporting deadlines. • Track outstanding checks for unclaimed property purposes, communicate with payees as needed, and complete state-required reporting forms. • Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end processes by assisting with financial statements, data reporting requests, audits, and other accounting projects. • Maintain and review fixed asset and depreciation schedules, and analyze account classifications related to tax reporting.
2026-05-28T16:28:53Z

Cost Accountant

Plaquemine, LA
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Temporary to Hire
35.00 - 42.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to support plant and corporate accounting activities in Louisiana. This contract position with potential for a long-term opportunity is ideal for someone who can manage cost accounting, maintain accurate financial records, and contribute to a dependable month-end close process. The role blends manufacturing finance responsibilities with broader accounting duties and requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and comfort working in a hybrid environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee product and plant costing activities to help maintain accurate financial reporting and operational insights.• Record and process accounts payable, accounts receivable, and third-party billing transactions in a timely and accurate manner.• Manage credit release tasks and support credit risk-related decisions by reviewing account status and payment activity.• Prepare journal entries, reconcile general ledger accounts, and assist with bank and account reconciliations during the close cycle.• Support monthly and periodic close activities by validating financial data and resolving discrepancies across cost centers.• Apply knowledge of cost center structures to track expenses, allocate costs appropriately, and improve reporting accuracy.• Partner with both manufacturing and corporate accounting teams to ensure financial information is complete, consistent, and actionable.• Use Excel and organizational systems effectively to analyze data, prepare reports, and support day-to-day accounting operations.
2026-05-26T15:58:44Z

Tax Accountant

Baton Rouge, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Tax Accountant to join a CPA firm in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This position offers the opportunity to manage a broad range of corporate tax work, advise clients on complex tax matters, and contribute to high-quality financial reporting. The role is well suited for someone who brings strong technical tax knowledge, sound judgment, and a client-focused approach. You will also play an important part in supporting staff development and strengthening day-to-day tax processes. Responsibilities:• Prepare and review corporate tax returns and related filings to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable regulations.• Analyze financial records and compile supporting schedules used in the preparation of tax provisions and financial statements.• Research complex tax issues and translate findings into practical recommendations for clients and internal stakeholders.• Advise clients on tax planning opportunities designed to improve compliance outcomes and support broader business objectives.• Manage client engagements from initial planning through final delivery while maintaining clear communication and strong service standards.• Provide guidance and oversight to entry-level team members by reviewing work, answering technical questions, and encouraging career growth.• Monitor changes in tax laws and accounting guidance to help maintain current, effective practices across engagements.• Contribute to process improvements within the tax function to enhance efficiency, consistency, and overall quality of deliverables. For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half. 504-383-0743
2026-05-28T17:08:50Z

sr. Accountant

Baton Rouge, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
55000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core financial operations in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role focuses on maintaining accurate records, managing billing and receivables activity, and contributing to budgeting and audit support processes. The ideal candidate brings strong Excel capabilities, a solid foundation in accounting principles, and the ability to work carefully with financial documentation and payment calculations. Responsibilities: • Prepare and issue customer invoices accurately and in a timely manner while resolving billing discrepancies as needed. • Track outstanding accounts and follow up on receivables to help maintain healthy cash flow and accurate account balances. • Develop, update, and support budgeting activities by analyzing financial data and assisting with forecast-related reporting. • Calculate payments using established guidelines and verify supporting details before processing or submission. • Organize and maintain financial records and supporting documentation for client audit requests and internal review needs. • Use advanced Excel functions to analyze accounting data, reconcile information, and create clear financial reports. • Ensure daily accounting work aligns with GAAP standards and company policies for accuracy and compliance.
2026-06-01T20:48:46Z

Medical Billing Specialist

Baton Rouge, LA
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Temporary / Contract
23.00 - 25.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Medical Billing Specialist to join our team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana for a short-term contract position. In this role, you will help keep billing operations accurate and efficient by translating clinical documentation into billable information, managing claims activity, and supporting timely reimbursement. This opportunity is ideal for someone who understands healthcare billing processes, communicates effectively with multiple stakeholders, and can maintain compliance in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Assign appropriate billing and coding details to patient accounts based on documented diagnoses, treatments, and services provided.• Prepare and submit insurance claims accurately, then monitor their progress to support prompt payment and correct posting of reimbursements.• Research denied, rejected, or outstanding claims and coordinate with payers, patients, and internal staff to resolve discrepancies.• Confirm insurance coverage and eligibility information before billing and assist in addressing patient account and payment-related questions.• Reconcile billing records and account activity to help maintain accurate financial information across the revenue cycle.• Document billing actions thoroughly and preserve organized records to support audit readiness and operational accuracy.• Stay current on payer policies, coding standards, and healthcare billing regulations to promote compliant claim submission.• Identify recurring billing issues and recommend process improvements that strengthen collections and overall revenue cycle performance.
2026-05-27T16:08:44Z

Payroll Specialist

Baton Rouge, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
50000.00 - 60000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll and benefits administration in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role manages core payroll activities for salaried and hourly staff, maintains required deductions, and contributes to benefit plan compliance and reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll processing experience, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion. Responsibilities:• Process recurring and supplemental payroll for salaried employees with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness.• Apply court-ordered deductions and other required withholdings, including garnishments, levies, and related payroll adjustments.• Prepare and maintain payroll input files for inventory-related entries, miscellaneous earnings, and other special compensation items.• Configure and maintain payroll settings within the company’s payroll platform to support ongoing processing needs.• Assist with payroll budgeting activities by compiling data, reviewing figures, and supporting planning cycles.• Administer payroll components related to Louisiana tax incentive programs and applicable local parish or municipal incentive requirements.• Oversee daily administration of the 401(k) plan, including annual tasks and ongoing employee-related updates.• Prepare documentation and reporting for Form 5500 filings associated with the 401(k) and cafeteria benefit plans. Our client offers a strong benefits, an excellent retirement plan and has great tenure among their their team. If you have 3+ years of full cycle payroll processing in a medium to large corporate setting (250+ employees) on an HRIS system (UKG, ADP, Kronos, etc.) this direct hire opportunity could be the perfect career move for you! Please apply directly and call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half!
2026-05-10T17:43:40Z