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9 results for Bookkeeper in Baton Rouge, LA

Bookkeeper

Baton Rouge, LA
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Temporary to Hire
24 - 26 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.
2026-05-20T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Baton Rouge, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 65000 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
2026-05-28T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Baton Rouge, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 55000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support property accounting operations in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In this role, you will help deliver accurate monthly financial reporting, maintain reliable accounting records, and work closely with property management teams to address questions and resolve issues. This position is ideal for someone who is organized, analytical, and ready to contribute to a deadline-driven accounting environment. Responsibilities: • Produce monthly financial statements for assigned properties, ensuring reports are completed accurately and submitted on schedule. • Manage month-end accounting activities by following established close procedures, preparing supporting schedules, and completing preliminary close tasks in a timely manner. • Reconcile bank accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items such as deposit variances or missing entries. • Record journal entries, including monthly rent-related postings, and maintain documentation that supports account balances and financial statement activity. • Review transactions entered at the site level, including tenant charges, cash receipts, and vendor invoices, to confirm accuracy and completeness. • Partner with Regional Property Managers to answer accounting questions, communicate financial information to property owners, and finalize reporting adjustments when needed. • Oversee recurring disbursements such as owner distributions, management fees, mortgages, taxes, and insurance payments to help ensure obligations are paid on time. • Address review feedback from senior accounting staff and contribute to process improvements, special projects, and other accounting or administrative assignments as needed.
2026-05-14T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Baton Rouge, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 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.
2026-05-28T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Baton Rouge, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support the financial activities of a laboratory medical practice in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role partners closely with the Controller to maintain reliable accounting records, contribute to timely financial reporting, and help keep daily transactions running smoothly. The position also provides support across payables, invoicing, month-end processes, and selected payroll activities while upholding healthcare accounting and compliance standards. Responsibilities: • Maintain accurate financial records by posting journal entries, updating the general ledger, and documenting routine accounting activity. • Support accounts payable and billing functions by reviewing invoices, processing payments, and helping monitor incoming receivables. • Assist with month-end close tasks, including account reconciliations, variance review, and preparation of supporting schedules. • Contribute to financial reporting and budgeting efforts by compiling data, organizing documentation, and preparing recurring reports for leadership review. • Help ensure audit readiness and regulatory compliance by maintaining complete records and following established healthcare accounting procedures. • Perform manual data entry and reconciliation work to verify transaction accuracy and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. • Provide backup assistance for payroll-related activities in coordination with the Human Resources Manager when needed. • Work closely with the Controller on day-to-day accounting operations and special projects that support the practice’s financial management.
2026-05-14T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Baton Rouge, LA
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Temporary / Contract
15 - 17 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support payment processing and receivables activities for a team based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-focused, and confident managing customer payment records and follow-up activities. The position will contribute to accurate cash application, timely account reconciliation, and consistent commercial collections while maintaining strong communication with internal and external contacts. Responsibilities:• Apply incoming payments accurately and promptly to customer accounts while maintaining complete transaction records.• Monitor outstanding balances and follow up with commercial customers to secure timely payment on open invoices.• Post receipts, adjustments, and related account activity in the accounting system with close attention to accuracy.• Review account discrepancies, research payment issues, and coordinate resolution with customers or internal departments.• Reconcile receivable balances regularly to ensure account details align with posted cash and billing activity.• Maintain organized documentation for collections efforts, payment postings, and account status updates.• Communicate professionally with customers regarding remittance details, overdue balances, and payment timing.• Support ongoing process updates or system-related changes affecting receivables workflows when assigned.
2026-05-29T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Plaquemine, LA
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Temporary to Hire
35 - 42 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.
2026-05-26T00:00:00Z

Tax Accountant

Baton Rouge, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 85000 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
2026-05-28T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Baton Rouge, LA
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Temporary to Hire
35 - 45 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join a collaborative team in Louisiana in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist with strong experience who communicates effectively, works well across departments, and brings a proactive approach to financial operations. The position will support day-to-day accounting activities, maintain accurate records, and contribute to timely reporting and month-end close efforts. Responsibilities: • Build and refine accounting processes that support accurate financial tracking, including the setup and maintenance of account structures and standard procedures. • Review daily financial activity, assign transactions appropriately, and post entries with a high degree of accuracy. • Reconcile account balances and investigate discrepancies to ensure the integrity of financial data. • Oversee the general ledger and keep records current, complete, and properly organized. • Prepare and preserve supporting documentation so historical financial information is easy to access and audit-ready. • Produce financial statements and other reports by compiling, analyzing, and summarizing accounting information. • Generate customer invoices, monitor incoming payments, and record deposits in a timely manner. • Assist with month-end close activities, including journal entries and bank reconciliations.
2026-05-01T00:00:00Z