<p>We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a dynamic team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This is a short-term contract to permanent position offering an excellent opportunity for growth within a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the efficiency of the Accounts Payable process, supporting financial operations, and maintaining compliance with company policies.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the administrative and clerical tasks within the Accounts Payable and Finance Department.</p><p>• Ensure accurate and timely execution of daily financial processes while adhering to company policies.</p><p>• Deliver exceptional customer service to internal business partners.</p><p>• Assist with both internal and external audit processes as required.</p><p>• Open, organize, and distribute departmental mail on a daily basis.</p><p>• Sort, log, photocopy, and file invoices, checks, and relevant financial documents.</p><p>• Verify, record, and process checks, including overseeing expedited handling when necessary.</p><p>• Undertake special projects and assignments as directed by the Accounting Manager.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Accountant to join our team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role will focus on financial management, reporting, and compliance to ensure the organization's financial records are accurate and well-maintained. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in accounting principles, financial systems, and audit processes, along with a strong ability to manage accounts payable, receivable, and vendor relationships.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and review financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and organizational policies.</p><p>• Perform regular reconciliations of the general ledger to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Compile monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including income statements and detailed analyses of student accounts and operational expenditures.</p><p>• Assist in developing financial forecasts and budgeting plans in collaboration with the Executive Director.</p><p>• Manage and update financial data in accounting software, ensuring records are current and precise.</p><p>• Oversee access controls and user permissions in financial management systems to maintain data security.</p><p>• Support the audit process by organizing financial records, providing necessary documentation, and ensuring compliance with audit requirements.</p><p>• Handle accounts payable and receivable functions, including processing invoices, tracking payments, and conducting reconciliations.</p><p>• Monitor vendor transactions and payments to ensure proper allocation and documentation.</p><p>• Verify and process financial data for cafeteria operations and equipment tracking.</p><p><br></p><p>For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half 504-383-0743. Thank you!</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join our team on a contract basis in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In this role, you will play a key part in managing financial operations, ensuring accuracy in reporting, and maintaining compliance with accounting standards. You will also be responsible for supervising the accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled individual with expertise in general ledger management and reconciliations to make a meaningful impact.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and post accurate journal entries to ensure proper financial documentation.</p><p>• Perform regular account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, to maintain financial accuracy.</p><p>• Oversee and manage the general ledger, ensuring all transactions are recorded correctly.</p><p>• Assist with the month-end close process, including preparing necessary financial reports.</p><p>• Analyze financial data and provide insights to support decision-making and compliance.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to established accounting principles and company policies.</p><p>• Utilize Abila MIP software for financial management tasks and reporting.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Full Charge Bookkeeper to manage financial operations for multiple entities in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The ideal candidate will excel in a fast-paced environment, possess strong organizational skills, and demonstrate expertise in handling financial data with precision. This role involves overseeing the complete bookkeeping process, generating accurate financial reports, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain accurate accounting records, including data entry, bank reconciliations, and sales tax filings.</p><p>• Review payroll processes to ensure accurate calculations and timely submissions.</p><p>• Prepare comprehensive financial reports on a weekly, monthly, and annual basis.</p><p>• Process accounts payable invoices and ensure timely payment of bills.</p><p>• Reconcile credit card statements and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Manage annual licensing renewals and compliance-related tasks.</p><p>• Ensure accurate and efficient handling of miscellaneous financial operations.</p><p>• Implement and maintain procedures for tracking and reporting financial data.</p><p>• Assist with troubleshooting financial discrepancies and provide solutions as needed.</p><p><br></p><p>For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half 504-383-0743</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Staff Accountant to join our team in Reserve, Louisiana. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with company policies. Your expertise will contribute to maintaining efficient financial operations and supporting various accounting functions. To be considered for this direct hire role, candidates must have an Accounting or Finance degree, an internship of 6 months or longer and be able to work daily in the Reserve, LA office.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and submit monthly and quarterly sales tax filings in a timely and accurate manner.</p><p>• Analyze and document the depreciation of company assets to ensure proper accounting records.</p><p>• Support the completion of sales tax and financial audits by providing necessary documentation and insights.</p><p>• Manage and update vendor data across multiple systems to maintain accurate records.</p><p>• Contribute to the month-end closing process by reconciling accounts and preparing journal entries.</p><p>• Assist in special accounting projects and handle additional duties as assigned.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a perfect opportunity for a new graduate or accountant early in their career to work for an established, stable, growing company with a great mentor and long term career opportunity. Please apply and call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612. Thank you!</p>
<p>We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In this role, you will manage the accurate processing and reporting of cash receipts, client transactions, and chargebacks while ensuring compliance with accounting principles. This position offers an excellent opportunity to collaborate with various departments and contribute to the overall efficiency of financial operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and record cash receipts, client costs, and chargeback transactions accurately and timely.</p><p>• Prepare daily reports detailing cash collections and other financial activities.</p><p>• Conduct account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies as assigned.</p><p>• Assist in maintaining and updating general ledger records to ensure accurate reporting.</p><p>• Work closely with customers to answer any questions.</p><p>• Support the internal team with additional financial tasks as needed.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to deadlines and maintain attention to detail in all financial activities.</p><p><br></p><p>Our privately held client is very flexible and family friendly offering hybrid work from home 3 days a week after 6 months of training. If you want to work for a family business that treats their employees like their own kin, this is a great opportunity for you! Please apply directly and call Carrie Lewis for this direct hire role that needs to be filled immediately at 504-383-0612.</p>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a leading law firm in search of a dedicated and detail-oriented Controller. This position offers an opportunity to lead and improve financial operations while ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills and expertise in full-cycle accounting to manage our financial processes effectively. This direct hire position can be based in either the Baton Rouge or New Orleans office. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise the daily activities of the accounting and billing departments to ensure smooth operations.</p><p>• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and controls to maintain organizational compliance.</p><p>• Perform reconciliations for operating and trust accounts to ensure accuracy and reliability.</p><p>• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements for management review.</p><p>• Collaborate on budget creation and manage financial planning processes.</p><p>• Assist external accounting firms with year-end financial reporting and audits.</p><p>• Monitor and evaluate the firm’s financial performance, delivering detailed reports and data analysis.</p><p>• Provide guidance and oversight to staff within the accounting department to foster productivity and growth</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>
