We are looking for a skilled Senior Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role is ideal for professionals who excel in managing financial records and performing accurate reconciliations. You will play an essential part in maintaining the integrity of accounting processes and supporting month-end close activities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and analyze journal entries to ensure accuracy in financial reporting.<br>• Conduct comprehensive account reconciliations to verify balances and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Oversee general ledger activities, ensuring all transactions are properly recorded.<br>• Manage bank reconciliations to confirm alignment between financial records and bank statements.<br>• Assist with month-end close procedures, including reviewing financial statements and supporting schedules.<br>• Utilize Excel for accounting tasks and data analysis to streamline processes.<br>• Collaborate with team members to ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.<br>• Identify and implement improvements to enhance efficiency in accounting operations.
<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 skilled Bookkeeper to join our team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This is a short-term contract position with the potential for long-term employment, where you will play an integral role in managing financial records and ensuring accuracy in all bookkeeping tasks. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with QuickBooks and a strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure all transactions are properly documented.</p><p>• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable efficiently and in a timely manner.</p><p>• Conduct regular bank reconciliations to ensure financial data aligns with account balances.</p><p>• Utilize QuickBooks to manage and track financial data effectively.</p><p>• Prepare financial reports and summaries as needed to support decision-making.</p><p>• Monitor and resolve any discrepancies in financial records or transactions.</p><p>• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless financial operations.</p><p>• Assist in audits by providing necessary documentation and reports.</p><p>• Keep up-to-date with bookkeeping best practices and compliance requirements.</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>
