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9 results for Financial Reporting Accountant in Baton Rouge, LA

Staff Accountant

Baton Rouge, LA
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Temporary to Hire
29 - 32 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a meticulous and motivated Staff Accountant to join our team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This short-term contract to permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where accuracy and attention to detail are essential. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in accounting principles and demonstrate the ability to manage financial transactions with precision and efficiency. Responsibilities:• Accurately record financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, expense reports, and journal entries.• Ensure proper classification of transactions across revenue, cost of sales, operating expenses, and balance sheet accounts.• Review financial entries for accuracy and completeness, maintaining organized documentation and audit trails.• Assist in payroll processing by reviewing timesheets, verifying hours, and ensuring proper allocation to departments or projects.• Process vendor invoices, reconcile credit card and expense transactions, and assist with account reconciliations.• Support customer invoicing processes, apply payments, and maintain accurate customer account records.• Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records, ensuring compliance with established accounting procedures and internal controls.• Provide light administrative support for HR processes, contributing to smooth operations.• Collaborate with the team to maintain consistent and reliable financial reporting.• Assist in maintaining and improving accounting processes to streamline operations.
2026-04-16T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Baton Rouge, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In this role, you will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. If you have a passion for numbers, a strong technical skill set, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities:• Perform thorough bank and credit card reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records.• Maintain and review balance sheet accounts to support financial accuracy and compliance.• Record and analyze debits and credits while ensuring proper categorization.• Prepare and manage general ledger entries to support seamless financial operations.• Utilize accounting systems and software to verify and maintain data integrity.• Assist with month-end closing processes and generate basic financial reports.• Leverage technology to improve processes and enhance overall efficiency.• Collaborate with team members to resolve discrepancies and support financial accuracy.For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half. 504-383-0743. Thank you!
2026-04-09T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Saint Gabriel, LA
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Temporary / Contract
38 - 44 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in St. Gabriel, Louisiana. In this long-term contract position, you will play a vital role in managing financial operations, ensuring accuracy in accounting processes, and supporting month-end close activities. This opportunity is ideal for someone with a strong background in accounting and a detail-oriented mindset. Responsibilities: • Manage month-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. • Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining proper documentation and compliance. • Oversee general ledger activities, ensuring accuracy and proper reconciliations. • Perform account reconciliations to verify financial data and resolve discrepancies. • Conduct bank reconciliations and address any variances promptly. • Assist with audits by preparing necessary financial documentation and reports. • Collaborate with internal teams to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency. • Analyze financial data to identify trends and recommend improvements. • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements. • Provide support for special projects and ad-hoc financial reporting tasks as needed.
2026-04-27T00:00:00Z

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 Clerk

Baton Rouge, LA
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Temporary to Hire
25 - 27 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support daily financial operations for a growing team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This short-term contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, maintaining accurate records, and helping keep accounting processes organized and on schedule. The role will contribute to both payables and receivables functions while ensuring timely data entry, reconciliation, and reporting. Responsibilities:• Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and prepare payments in accordance with established timelines.• Record customer payments, maintain receivable balances, and follow up on outstanding items to help preserve accurate account status.• Enter financial information into accounting systems with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.• Reconcile bank activity, credit card transactions, and general account balances to identify and resolve discrepancies promptly.• Review and submit employee expense reports while confirming compliance with company policies and proper coding.• Maintain organized accounting records and assist with month-end close activities, including supporting schedules and documentation.• Use QuickBooks and Excel to track transactions, update reports, and support day-to-day accounting administration.• Assist with invoice processing workflows and provide clerical accounting support as procedures or systems evolve.• Communicate with internal teams and external contacts to clarify billing, payment, and account-related questions.
2026-04-23T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Baton Rouge, LA
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Temporary to Hire
23 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support daily financial operations for a healthcare organization in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable handling both payables and receivables in a fast-paced setting. The person in this role will contribute to accurate recordkeeping, timely billing, and efficient invoice management while working with key accounting systems and spreadsheets. Responsibilities: • Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and prepare payments in accordance with established timelines and internal controls. • Maintain accounts receivable records by posting payments, tracking outstanding balances, and following up on billing discrepancies when needed. • Enter financial data into accounting systems with a high degree of accuracy to support reliable reporting and documentation. • Generate monthly billing records and assist with routine account reconciliation to help keep financial information current. • Use QuickBooks and related tools to update transactions, organize account activity, and support day-to-day accounting tasks. • Review invoice details for completeness and accuracy before submitting items for processing or payment. • Prepare and update spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel to monitor transactions, balances, and billing activity. • Assist with administrative and accounting support duties that help the department maintain smooth and timely financial operations.
2026-04-30T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Baton Rouge, LA
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Temporary to Hire
19 - 21 USD / Hourly
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. Responsibilities:• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure all transactions are properly documented.• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable efficiently and in a timely manner.• Conduct regular bank reconciliations to ensure financial data aligns with account balances.• Utilize QuickBooks to manage and track financial data effectively.• Prepare financial reports and summaries as needed to support decision-making.• Monitor and resolve any discrepancies in financial records or transactions.• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless financial operations.• Assist in audits by providing necessary documentation and reports.• Keep up-to-date with bookkeeping best practices and compliance requirements.
2026-04-20T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Baton Rouge, LA
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Temporary to Hire
15 - 17 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join a team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on a short-term contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This position focuses on supporting cash application, collections activity, and account research while keeping records accurate and up to date. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with receivables data, resolving payment issues, and handling day-to-day administrative support in a fast-paced office environment. Responsibilities:• Examine electronically applied payments to confirm amounts and transaction dates are recorded correctly• Investigate payment posting errors and make the necessary corrections to keep customer accounts accurate• Use customer account listings and receivables data to follow up on outstanding balances and support collection efforts• Analyze aging reports to identify overdue accounts, prioritize actions, and monitor payment trends• Record collection conversations, account updates, and follow-up activity with clear and organized documentation• Assist with billing-related tasks, cash application support, and other general office responsibilities as assigned
2026-04-29T00:00:00Z

Full Charge Bookkeeper

Baton Rouge, LA
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Temporary to Hire
30 - 32 USD / Hourly
We are seeking an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to join a dynamic law firm in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This short-term contract to permanent position requires a detail-oriented individual to manage all aspects of billing, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and general accounting operations. The ideal candidate will be skilled in using QuickBooks and legal billing systems, capable of handling complex financial processes, and comfortable working in a fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities:• Oversee billing processes for multiple attorneys, ensuring accuracy and compliance with client requirements.• Utilize legal billing platforms to submit invoices and allocate payments efficiently.• Process payments, record deposits, and allocate funds to appropriate client matters.• Administer full-cycle payroll for staff members, ensuring adherence to regulations.• Manage accounts payable by reviewing, processing, and paying vendor invoices, credit card bills, and utilities.• Reconcile bank and credit card statements to ensure financial accuracy.• Maintain the general ledger and prepare financial statements as needed.• Ensure documentation and audit trails are in place for all financial transactions.• Collaborate with attorneys, legal staff, and vendors to resolve billing and payment issues.• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures, including the preparation of financial reports.
2026-04-24T00:00:00Z