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6 results for Entry Level Staff Accountant in Baton Rouge, LA

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
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

Entry Level Associate

Baton Rouge, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
48000 - 52000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a motivated early-career candidate to join our team through a structured rotational opportunity for our client. This position offers broad exposure to several business areas, allowing you to build practical knowledge, strengthen accounting-related skills, and explore where you can make the greatest impact. It is well suited for someone who is eager to learn, adaptable in new settings, and interested in long-term growth. Responsibilities:• Move through assigned business units to develop an understanding of how core departments support overall operations.• Provide day-to-day support on team assignments, administrative activities, and improvement efforts that help streamline workflows.• Review financial and operational information, organize findings, and assist with preparing reports for business decision-making.• Contribute to accounting-related tasks such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, and reconciliation activities.• Partner with coworkers and managers on cross-functional projects while building knowledge of internal processes and service standards.• Adjust quickly to changing priorities and take initiative when new assignments or learning opportunities arise.• Track progress during each rotation and apply feedback to strengthen performance and development.• Support special projects that align with departmental goals and broader organizational priorities.
2026-04-23T00:00:00Z

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

Accounting Assistant

Baton Rouge, LA
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Temporary / Contract
20 - 22 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a part time Accounting Assistant to support day-to-day financial operations for a services organization in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working across core accounting tasks in a fast-paced environment. The role will contribute to accurate financial recordkeeping, timely transaction processing, and reliable reporting support while partnering with internal stakeholders on accounting priorities. Responsibilities:• Process vendor payments, verify supporting documentation, and ensure invoices are coded accurately before entry into the accounting system.• Manage customer billing and payment tracking activities, helping maintain current receivable balances and following up on outstanding items as needed.• Perform bank and account reconciliations on a regular basis to identify discrepancies, research issues, and support accurate month-end records.• Review financial documents for completeness and accuracy, resolving inconsistencies and maintaining organized accounting files.• Use QuickBooks, Oracle, and Microsoft Excel to enter transactions, update records, prepare spreadsheets, and support routine reporting needs.• Assist with tax-related accounting support by tracking liabilities, organizing documentation, and helping maintain compliance with established procedures.• Support accounting activities tied to corporate and commercial real estate transactions by validating financial details and maintaining related records.
2026-05-11T00:00:00Z

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