Results for Entry Level Accountant Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

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Accounting Clerk

Hammond, LA
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Temporary / Contract
16 - 18 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations for a long-term contract position in Hammond, Louisiana. This role is well suited for someone who is comfortable handling transactional accounting tasks, maintaining accurate records, and working within a structured weekday schedule. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, confidence with financial data, and the ability to manage both payables and receivables with care. Responsibilities:• Process vendor invoices, verify coding details, and prepare payments in accordance with established accounting procedures.• Record incoming payments, update customer account activity, and help maintain accurate accounts receivable balances.• Perform routine data entry for financial transactions while ensuring completeness and accuracy across accounting records.• Reconcile bank activity and internal account balances to identify discrepancies and support timely resolution.• Review account information for accuracy and assist with maintaining organized financial documentation.• Use Microsoft Excel to track transactions, compile financial details, and support reporting needs.• Assist with invoice handling and account reconciliation tasks to help keep daily accounting operations running smoothly.
2026-09-30T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Baton Rouge, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to support core accounting operations for a power generation organization in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting period-end close activities, and helping ensure compliance with internal standards and sound accounting practices. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, a proactive work style, and the ability to collaborate effectively across the accounting team. Responsibilities: • Review and maintain financial records and reporting data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with accounting standards and departmental guidelines. • Record, verify, and consolidate financial transactions while supporting the reliability of the general ledger through routine analysis and review. • Prepare journal entries for assets, liabilities, revenue, and expenses by analyzing account activity and supporting documentation. • Reconcile balance sheet and bank accounts on a regular basis, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items in a timely manner. • Lead monthly close activities by preparing entries, supporting schedules, and related documentation required for accurate period-end reporting. • Strengthen financial recordkeeping processes by applying efficient methods and current technology tools to improve organization and accuracy. • Provide direction on day-to-day accounting tasks and help coordinate work across members of the accounting team when needed. • Evaluate internal controls, participate in risk-focused reviews, and identify opportunities to improve financial processes and safeguards. • Handle sensitive financial information with discretion and uphold confidentiality in all accounting activities.
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

Accounting Assistant

Baton Rouge, LA
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Temporary / Contract
20 - 22 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support daily financial operations in a detail-oriented services environment in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing a blend of payables, receivables, and account reconciliation tasks. The role will contribute to accurate recordkeeping, timely invoice processing, and dependable administrative support across accounting activities. Responsibilities:• Process incoming invoices, verify supporting documentation, and assign appropriate coding before submission for payment.• Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable records to help ensure timely transactions and accurate financial tracking.• Reconcile bank activity and investigate discrepancies to support balanced and reliable financial reporting.• Review documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with internal policy guidelines and vendor requirements.• Organize and maintain vendor files, agreements, and account records so information is current and easy to retrieve.• Receive, log, and manage financial and operational documents, ensuring recorded information is properly filed and tracked.• Prepare and update spreadsheets, reports, and supporting records using Microsoft Excel and Adobe Acrobat.• Provide day-to-day operations support to the accounting team, including assistance with documentation and financial record maintenance.
2026-09-14T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Geismar, LA
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support a busy manufacturing operation in Geismar, Louisiana. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who enjoys high-volume invoice processing, maintaining organized financial records, and working closely with accounting and business partners. The role offers the chance to contribute to day-to-day payables accuracy while supporting a growing team in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Manage clerical and administrative activities that keep the accounts payable and finance function running efficiently.• Review invoices for accuracy, assign proper coding, and prepare documents for timely entry and payment processing.• Reconcile payable records against supporting documentation and assist with balancing sub-ledger activity to the general ledger.• Process employee expense submissions and support routine check runs, including handling payments that require expedited turnaround.• Respond to questions from internal departments and external vendors with a detail-focused, service-oriented approach.• Organize incoming department correspondence, distribute mail, and maintain orderly files for invoices, checks, and related records.• Support audit requests by gathering documentation and helping ensure records are complete and compliant with company standards.• Contribute to additional accounting or administrative assignments as business needs change.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Baton Rouge, LA
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Temporary to Hire
20 - 21 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a service-oriented organization in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-focused, and comfortable managing day-to-day invoice and payment activities in a fast-paced environment. The person in this role will help maintain accurate financial records, support timely vendor payments, and contribute to the efficiency of the accounts payable function. Responsibilities: • Review incoming invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation before processing. • Assign the correct accounting codes to invoices and enter payment information into the accounts payable system. • Prepare and support scheduled check runs to ensure vendors are paid on time. • Match invoices with supporting records and resolve discrepancies by coordinating with internal teams or suppliers. • Maintain organized accounts payable files and ensure financial data is recorded accurately. • Monitor payment activity and assist with routine reporting related to outstanding invoices and vendor balances.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

Baton Rouge, LA
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Temporary to Hire
31 - 38 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Analyst to join a Baton Rouge, Louisiana team in a Contract to permanent role. This position focuses on strengthening payroll and workforce program compliance by reviewing data, supporting audits, and helping maintain accurate reporting across compensation, timekeeping, tax, and programs. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, a solid understanding of payroll regulations, and the confidence to work across departments to reduce risk and improve operational performance. Responsibilities:• Examine payroll, compensation, timekeeping, and workforce program information to identify trends, exceptions, and areas requiring corrective action.• Produce reports, scorecards, and dashboard insights that help leaders monitor compliance exposure and improve process effectiveness.• Perform internal reviews of payroll activity, compensation-related data, work authorization arrangements, education assistance programs, and eligibility for forgiveness initiatives.• Track updates to federal, state, and local requirements affecting payroll, tax treatment, and employee assistance programs, then help translate those changes into practical controls and procedures.• Maintain organized audit support, reconciliations, compliance records, and reporting documentation to support governance and financial accuracy.• Collaborate with Payroll, Human Resources, Finance, Talent Acquisition, and operational teams to validate data integrity and resolve discrepancies.• Provide guidance and training materials for managers and stakeholders on payroll compliance expectations, policy requirements, and program administration.• Recommend and support process improvements that enhance accuracy, strengthen internal controls, and reduce compliance risk across payroll operations.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

6 results for Entry Level Accountant in Baton Rouge, LA