6 results for Senior Accountant in Baton Rouge, LA

Senior Staff Accountant

Baton Rouge, LA
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Permanent
60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Staff Accountant for a fast growing Baton Rouge company. In this role, you will focus on maintaining accurate financial records and supporting essential accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to contribute to the financial integrity of the organization. Responsibilities:• Process and verify vendor invoices while ensuring accurate tracking of purchase orders and timely accounts payable payments.• Prepare and post journal entries as part of monthly closing procedures.• Reconcile balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.• Review financial statements and reports to identify discrepancies and maintain accuracy.• Implement and maintain efficient systems for organizing financial records using current technologies.• Monitor purchase order amounts and burn rates to manage financial resources effectively.• Support the development of internal financial processes to align with organizational objectives.• Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure compliance with financial policies and regulations.• Provide assistance in generating detailed financial reports for management review.• Identify and recommend improvements to existing accounting procedures.
2026-03-13T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Baton Rouge, LA
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Contract / Temporary to Hire
34 - 42 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Senior Accountant to join our team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a vital role in managing and maintaining accurate financial records while assisting with complex accounting processes. This opportunity is ideal for professionals with a strong background in full-cycle accounting and financial reconciliation, seeking a dynamic role within the higher education industry. Responsibilities: • Prepare and review accurate journal entries to ensure proper financial reporting. • Oversee the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards. • Conduct detailed account reconciliations to verify the accuracy of financial records. • Manage bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly. • Support full-cycle accounting operations, including accounts payable and receivable. • Analyze financial data to identify trends and provide actionable insights. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency. • Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded. • Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and organizational policies. • Assist in preparing audit documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
2026-02-26T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Baton Rouge, LA
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Temporary
24 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This is a long-term contract position within the financial services industry, offering a great opportunity to contribute to key accounting processes and ensure financial accuracy. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of accounting principles to support our operations. Responsibilities: • Prepare and post accurate journal entries to maintain up-to-date financial records. • Reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure financial data integrity. • Utilize Microsoft Excel to analyze financial data and create detailed reports. • Manage wire transfer processes and ensure timely and accurate transactions. • Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities to meet reporting deadlines. • Support the preparation of financial statements by gathering and verifying required data. • Collaborate with team members to improve accounting workflows and efficiency. • Conduct regular audits to identify discrepancies and implement corrective measures. • Maintain compliance with relevant financial regulations and company policies. • Provide support for external audits by preparing requested documentation and reports.
2026-03-13T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Baton Rouge, LA
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Permanent
50000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In this role, you will handle a variety of accounting tasks that are essential for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting departmental operations. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to contribute their expertise to a dynamic team. While the team is small without much growth opportunity, the position offers an excellent benefits package, beautiful office space, free parking and long-term retirement benefits for employees that stay with the company. Responsibilities:• Process daily accounts receivable transactions, including payments made via bank transfer, check, and credit card.• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures when managing incoming payments and accounts.• Conduct daily financial activities such as verifying, categorizing, posting, and recording receivables data.• Prepare and organize bank deposits in a timely manner.• Maintain accurate and accessible backup documentation for research and reference purposes.• Review figures, postings, and documents to ensure accuracy and proper coding.• Handle daily invoices and assist with reconciling general ledger accounts.• Manage departmental mail by opening, sorting, and distributing it each day.• Provide support with accounts payable tasks and other general accounting functions.• Perform additional administrative responsibilities within the accounting department as needed. Our client is conducting interviews immediately great opportunity with their well-established organization. If you have 3+ years of A/P, A/R, and bookkeeping, this could be a great opportunity for you! Our client is looking for someone who values stability and an organization that is very employee/family friendly with an incredible benefits plan. Please apply for confidential consideration and call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612.
2026-02-19T00:00:00Z

Sr. Financial Analyst

Greenwell Springs, LA
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Permanent
95000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to join our client's team in Greenwell Springs, Louisiana. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in driving financial strategy, ensuring effective budgeting, and delivering insightful performance analyses. This position provides an opportunity to collaborate with executive leadership and address complex financial challenges within the utility industry. Responsibilities:• Develop and manage financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term strategic planning.• Perform detailed variance analyses to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.• Collaborate with executive leadership to evaluate the financial impact of organizational initiatives and projects.• Lead efforts in process improvement to streamline financial operations and enhance efficiency.• Conduct ad hoc financial analyses to address urgent business needs and provide actionable insights.• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and provide financial expertise in capital planning.• Support disaster recovery planning by assessing financial implications and resource allocation.• Utilize data mining techniques to extract meaningful insights from financial datasets.• Prepare and present comprehensive reports to executive leadership, translating complex data into actionable strategies.• Drive cross-functional collaboration to improve overall financial performance and organizational decision-making.
2026-03-06T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Baton Rouge, LA
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Temporary
25 - 27 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This long-term contract position offers the opportunity to work in the dynamic wholesale distribution industry, where you will play a key role in managing financial operations and ensuring smooth processes. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in accounts payable and a strong attention to detail. Responsibilities: • Process credit applications and provide financial, clerical, and administrative services to ensure timely and accurate department deliverables. • Set up, review, and reactivate customer accounts while adhering to established procedures and maintaining electronic records. • Assign and monitor customer credit limits, ensuring compliance with financial guidelines. • Establish, review, and reactivate vendor accounts in alignment with company policies, maintaining electronic vendor files. • Update vendor accounts based on certificates of insurance received, ensuring accurate records. • Reconcile customer accounts and unapplied cash accounts, submitting adjustments promptly and accurately. • Assist with monthly, annual, and ad hoc reporting requirements as needed. • Maintain open communication with department managers, escalating issues or concerns appropriately. • Analyze financial information, including reports and statements, to evaluate creditworthiness and provide recommendations for approval. • Monitor and release orders on hold, compile credit evaluation files, and update customer accounts as necessary.
2026-03-13T00:00:00Z