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43 results in Covington, LA

Contracts Manager

New Orleans, LA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to support contract review, drafting, and negotiation activities for a university environment in New Orleans, Louisiana. This is an on-site, Long-term Contract opportunity for a legal specialist who can balance institutional priorities with thoughtful risk assessment. The role focuses on advising stakeholders on commercial agreements tied to goods, services, software, leases, and other expenditures while helping move transactions forward efficiently. Responsibilities: • Review, draft, and revise a wide range of commercial agreements related to purchasing, services, software, leasing, and other organizational commitments. • Lead contract negotiations with external parties and provide practical guidance that aligns business objectives with institutional policies. • Partner with internal stakeholders to identify contractual risk, recommend alternative terms, and support informed decision-making throughout the agreement lifecycle. • Manage agreements such as service contracts, statements of work, independent contractor engagements, supply arrangements, software and SaaS licenses, consulting contracts, and confidentiality documents. • Prepare amendments, termination documentation, credit-related agreements, and other post-award contract records as business needs evolve. • Maintain organized contract administration practices to track status, key obligations, and documentation accuracy across active matters. • Advise university stakeholders on contract language, commercial terms, and related issues affecting vendor and service relationships.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Metairie, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a respected real estate organization in Metairie, Louisiana. This position will support core accounting operations, contribute to accurate financial reporting, and partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to maintain strong financial controls. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in general accounting, sharp analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee daily accounting activities to ensure transactions are recorded accurately and in a timely manner. • Prepare and review account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items. • Analyze financial results and explain variances to support informed business decisions. • Manage billing-related processes and help maintain accurate revenue and receivable records. • Assist with quarterly close procedures, including journal entries, supporting schedules, and reporting deliverables. • Support audit preparation by organizing documentation and responding to requests from internal or external reviewers. • Collaborate closely with accounting, administrative, operational, and executive stakeholders on financial matters and process needs. • Use Excel and accounting systems to maintain records, prepare reports, and improve reporting efficiency.
2026-07-06T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Jefferson, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support accounts receivable operations and help maintain accurate financial records for the Jefferson, Louisiana location. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable working with billing, cash application, and account research while using accounting systems to keep transactions organized and up to date. The successful candidate will bring strong attention to detail, sound accounting knowledge, and the ability to communicate clearly across routine financial processes. Responsibilities:• Manage monthly invoicing activities and help ensure customer billing is completed accurately and on schedule.• Review financial entries, supporting records, and coded transactions to confirm correctness, completeness, and proper account assignment.• Investigate incoming cash receipts and record payments accurately within the accounting system, including Great Plains and related tools.• Identify unapplied or unmatched payments, research discrepancies, and resolve outstanding cash posting issues promptly.• Use business software such as Microsoft Dynamics, Excel, and Word to maintain records, analyze account activity, and complete daily accounting tasks.• Monitor receivables activity by supporting collections follow-up, payment tracking, and aging-related account review.• Assist with additional accounting and administrative duties as needed to support the broader finance team. Our client is growing and has excellent tenure among their team and a great reputation for taking care of their employees. If you have 3+ years of hands on billing, inovicing, data entry and cash allocation along with a strong understanding of accounting principles, please apply directly and call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612 to discuss. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half!
2026-07-02T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

New Orleans, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support the financial operations of a real estate and property organization in New Orleans, Louisiana. This position plays a central role in maintaining accurate financial records, producing meaningful reporting, and guiding day-to-day accounting activities across core processes. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to oversee detailed financial work while supporting a high standard of accuracy and compliance. Responsibilities: • Lead the review and processing of invoices before entry into the accounting system, ensuring coding accuracy, complete documentation, and proper record retention for coordination with property management. • Maintain the company’s financial records by validating transactions, assigning entries correctly, and overseeing postings to journals, ledgers, and supporting accounting files. • Prepare and review expense documentation and variance-related materials, confirming accuracy, policy compliance, and completion of required approvals before submission. • Generate financial reports and analytical summaries covering areas such as cash activity, payables, receivables, and profit and loss to support operational decision-making. • Keep ledgers, reconciliations, and accounting reports current, organized, and accurately summarized for internal review and ongoing financial oversight. • Provide day-to-day guidance and supervision to Accountants and Accounting Coordinators, helping ensure quality, timeliness, and consistency across accounting activities. • Support accounts payable or accounts receivable functions as needed, including billing, cash application, budgeting support, vendor documentation, payroll-related records, and other assigned administrative tasks. • Oversee additional accounting, reporting, and recordkeeping responsibilities as assigned to meet departmental and business needs.
2026-07-01T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

New Orleans, LA
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Temporary to Hire
25 - 27 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a growing organization in New Orleans, Louisiana in a short-term contract to permanent capacity. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys working across the close process, financial reporting, and reconciliations while partnering with leadership on accurate and timely reporting. The position offers broad exposure to general ledger activity, fixed assets, compliance support, and special projects in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Record and review journal entries across key accounts such as cash, prepaid expenses, payroll, and other general ledger activity.• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles by preparing reconciliations, close schedules, and related reporting documents.• Produce balance sheet and income statement analyses to help management evaluate financial performance and reporting accuracy.• Manage fixed asset records, depreciation calculations, and lease or recurring payment schedules to maintain complete accounting support.• Reconcile intercompany activity and investigate variances to ensure transactions are properly documented and resolved.• Contribute to internal control compliance by helping maintain accounting procedures and supporting audit readiness for periodic reviews.• Prepare financial statements, cash flow forecasts, budgets, and other ad hoc reports requested by leadership.• Take part in department initiatives and special assignments aimed at improving reporting quality and accounting operations.
2026-07-06T00:00:00Z

Purchase & Sales Specialist

New Orleans, LA
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Temporary to Hire
20 - 22 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Purchase & Sales Specialist to support procurement and sales coordination for a construction-focused organization in Harahan, Louisiana. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for someone who can manage purchasing workflows, maintain strong vendor and customer communication, and keep daily operations moving efficiently. The role will work closely with the purchasing department to oversee order activity, documentation, and service-related transactions while contributing to responsive, organized support across the business. Responsibilities:• Coordinate purchasing operations by preparing, reviewing, and tracking orders to ensure materials and services are secured on time.• Work with vendors, suppliers, and internal teams to confirm pricing, availability, delivery schedules, and order details.• Maintain accurate purchase records, documentation, and status updates to support organized departmental operations.• Support sales-related activities by aligning customer needs with available products, order timelines, and service expectations.• Monitor open orders and follow through on discrepancies, shipment delays, invoicing questions, or fulfillment issues until resolved.• Assist the purchasing department with day-to-day administrative and transactional tasks that keep procurement activities running smoothly.• Communicate clearly with merchant services and related partners regarding transaction support, payment coordination, or account matters as needed.
2026-06-26T00:00:00Z

Housing Specialist

New Orleans, LA
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Temporary to Hire
18 - 20 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented individual with experience in the Affordable Housing industry to perform administrative operations for a nonprofit organization in New Orleans, Louisiana. This contract to permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who can coordinate information, communicate effectively with staff and vendors, and keep multiple priorities organized in a fast-paced environment. The person in this role will help strengthen day-to-day Housing Specialist activities through strong customer service, documentation, and follow-through. Responsibilities:• Coordinate LIHTC activities by preparing requests, following up with tenants, monitoring eligibility status, and helping maintain policy compliance.• Provide administrative support for departmental initiatives by organizing records, tracking milestones, and assisting with communication among internal stakeholders and external partners.• Maintain strong communication ensuring updates are accurate, timely, and well presented.• Create, submit, and monitor service tickets while keeping clear records and providing status updates to employees as issues move toward resolution.• Serve as a point of contact between the property, tenant and case management team and agency staff, helping ensure inquiries are handled appropriately and responses are communicated promptly.• Prepare reports, correspondence, and other business documents using Microsoft Office applications to support departmental operations.• Manage email communication, scheduling needs, and routine administrative coordination to help the department stay organized and responsive.• Assist with phone coverage and information gathering by handling inbound and outbound calls with accuracy and care.
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Boutte, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
68000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnered with an established non-profit organization in search of an Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations and support accurate, timely reporting. This position plays a central role in maintaining strong accounting practices, administering payroll, and ensuring day-to-day financial activities are completed efficiently. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate across departments while keeping records organized and compliant. Responsibilities:• Lead daily accounting activities, including financial recordkeeping, reporting, and oversight of internal control practices.• Manage payroll on a bi-weekly schedule, ensuring employee pay, deductions, garnishments, direct deposit updates, and status changes are processed accurately.• Review bank activity, monitor incoming payments, and support accounts receivable handling to maintain strong cash management.• Reconcile general ledger accounts, insurance-related balances, credit card statements, and other financial records to confirm accuracy and resolve discrepancies.• Process vendor invoices promptly, maintain supporting documentation, and help ensure expenditures are coded correctly and aligned with departmental budgets.• Coordinate payroll setup for new employees and apply employee compensation updates in the payroll system in partnership with Human Resources.• Prepare financial reports, month-end documentation, and other accounting summaries needed for leadership review and audit support.• Track payroll-related items such as overtime, mileage, vacation usage, benefit withholdings, and accrual balances to support policy compliance.• Maintain organized accounting files, oversee petty cash activity, and distribute financial documents or payments as needed.• Participate in leadership and department meetings while helping address operational or financial issues as they arise.
2026-07-09T00:00:00Z

File Clerk

New Orleans, LA
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Temporary to Hire
15 - 17 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a dependable File Clerk to support daily administrative and records management activities for a non-profit organization in New Orleans, Louisiana. This contract position is ideal for someone who is organized, responsive, and comfortable handling both document processing and front-line communication tasks in an office setting. The role offers a Monday through Friday schedule and may begin as a short-term assignment with the potential for longer-term placement based on business needs and performance. Responsibilities:• Organize, sort, and maintain physical and electronic files to ensure records are accurate, accessible, and up to date.• Enter information into internal systems with a high level of accuracy while supporting routine document tracking and data maintenance.• Respond to incoming phone calls and emails in a courteous manner, directing inquiries to the appropriate team members and providing timely follow-up.• Assist with outbound calls as needed to confirm information, coordinate next steps, or support general office communication.• Prepare and process administrative documents using Microsoft Word and Excel, including logs, reports, and file-related records.• Support appointment coordination and scheduling activities to help keep office workflows organized and efficient.• Handle order entry and related clerical tasks while ensuring information is recorded correctly and submitted on time.• Contribute to office operations by assisting with customer service needs and maintaining a welcoming, service-oriented experience for clients and stakeholders.• Follow applicable housing-related guidelines, including Fair Housing and Low Income Tax Credit Housing practices, when working with documentation and communications.
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Leasing Consultant

Metairie, LA
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Temporary / Contract
17.5 - 19.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a customer-focused Leasing Consultant to support daily leasing activities for an apartment community in Metairie, Louisiana. This contract position will play an important role in creating a positive experience for prospective and current residents while helping maintain strong occupancy levels. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing leasing coordination, resident communication, and administrative follow-through. Responsibilities:• Welcome prospective residents, respond to inquiries, and guide visitors through available apartment homes and community amenities.• Coordinate and schedule tours, maintain timely follow-up with leads, and encourage successful lease conversions through consistent outreach.• Review rental applications, enter applicant information into property systems, collect required fees and deposits, and monitor approval status.• Prepare lease agreements and move-in documentation, obtain signatures, and ensure completed files are accurately submitted for internal review and recordkeeping.• Introduce new residents to the community by explaining policies, expectations, and key property information before move-in.• Assist current residents by answering questions related to rent, maintenance requests, community guidelines, and general property services.• Keep online apartment availability current by updating listing details across designated marketing and property management platforms.• Support leasing and marketing efforts by helping maintain office materials such as applications, brochures, and other resident-facing documents.
2026-06-25T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

New Orleans, LA
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Temporary to Hire
29.45 - 34.1 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to support core accounting operations for a higher education organization in New Orleans, Louisiana. This contract-to-permanent position is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail who can manage close activities, maintain accurate financial records, and contribute across the full accounting cycle. The role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment while helping ensure timely and reliable financial reporting. Responsibilities: • Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate general ledger activity. • Lead key portions of the month-end and year-end close processes to support timely financial reporting. • Perform account reconciliations and investigate variances to ensure balances are complete and accurate. • Reconcile bank accounts regularly and resolve outstanding items in coordination with internal stakeholders. • Assist with full-cycle accounting activities, including recording transactions and supporting financial statement preparation. • Review financial data for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with internal accounting standards. • Support audits and reporting requests by organizing documentation and responding to accounting inquiries.
2026-07-06T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Gretna, LA
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Temporary to Hire
22 - 24 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a team in Gretna, Louisiana on a contract to permanent basis. This role focuses on maintaining accurate receivables records, supporting timely invoicing, applying incoming payments, and managing commercial collections activities. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment when resolving account issues, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced accounting environment. Responsibilities:• Prepare and issue customer invoices accurately and in accordance with established billing schedules and account terms.• Post incoming payments, reconcile cash activity, and ensure customer accounts reflect current and accurate balances.• Follow up with commercial clients regarding outstanding invoices and work to resolve past-due balances effectively.• Review account discrepancies, research payment variances, and coordinate with internal partners to correct billing or application issues.• Maintain detailed records of collection efforts, payment activity, and account status updates for reporting and follow-up purposes.• Monitor aging reports regularly and prioritize collection actions to improve overall accounts receivable performance.• Support month-end activities by reconciling receivable balances and assisting with related reporting needs.
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z

Full Charge Bookkeeper

New Orleans, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
22 - 27 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Full Charge Bookkeeper to support a small law office on a part-time basis. This position oversees day-to-day financial activity, helping maintain accurate records across billing, payables, receivables, and account reconciliations. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, handles sensitive financial information with discretion, and brings strong bookkeeping experience in a services environment. Responsibilities:• Record and classify financial activity on a consistent basis to keep the firm’s books current and accurate.• Oversee outgoing payments by processing vendor bills, employee reimbursements, and routine check disbursements.• Support incoming revenue processes by entering client billing details, applying payments, and monitoring unpaid balances.• Maintain precise ledger activity for trust-related transactions when client funds are involved.• Complete regular reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and other firm financial accounts to ensure accuracy.• Produce weekly and monthly financial summaries for review and decision-making.• Assist with financial planning activities by tracking cash flow, monitoring spending, and supporting budget awareness.• Work with the firm’s external accounting partner to help prepare information needed for quarterly and year-end reporting.• Preserve well-organized financial documentation across both electronic files and physical records. For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half 504-383-0743. Thank you!
2026-06-17T00:00:00Z

Receptionist

New Orleans, LA
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Temporary / Contract
13 - 15 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Receptionist to support front desk operations for a non-profit organization in New Orleans, Louisiana. This short-term contract position is ideal for someone who creates a welcoming experience for visitors while keeping daily administrative and communication tasks organized. The role requires strong customer service skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced office setting. Responsibilities:• Welcome guests, staff, and community visitors with a courteous and welcoming presence at the front desk.• Manage a multi-line phone system, direct incoming calls appropriately, and relay messages in a timely manner.• Coordinate appointment scheduling and maintain calendars to support smooth daily operations.• Handle email communication appropriately, responding to inquiries or routing messages to the correct contacts.• Perform accurate data entry and maintain organized records for administrative and front office activities.• Provide general administrative support to the site by assisting with routine office tasks and visitor check-in procedures.• Support coverage across assigned front desk areas as needed, including locations where all candidates are required to undergo screening.• Help maintain an orderly reception area and ensure front office processes run efficiently throughout the assignment.
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

New Orleans, LA
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 29 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a part-time Staff Accountant to support a healthcare organization in New Orleans, Louisiana through a long-term contract assignment. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys owning core close activities, strengthening financial accuracy, and contributing to management reporting in a fast-paced environment. The position works closely with accounting leadership on reconciliations, financial statement support, compliance activities, and process-focused accounting operations. Responsibilities:• Create and post journal entries across key accounts while ensuring supporting documentation is complete and accurate.• Reconcile general ledger accounts such as cash, prepaid expenses, payroll, and intercompany balances to maintain reliable financial records.• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles by preparing workbooks, reviewing account activity, and resolving variances on schedule.• Develop management reporting analyses for balance sheet and income statement activity to help leadership understand financial performance.• Maintain fixed asset records, calculate depreciation, and track lease-related schedules and recurring payment obligations.• Assist with internal control and compliance activities by following established accounting procedures and supporting audit readiness.• Prepare financial statement support, cash flow information, budgets, and other reporting packages required by internal stakeholders.• Contribute to special projects and ad hoc analysis, including department initiatives and process improvements related to accounting operations.
2026-06-29T00:00:00Z

CFO

Metairie, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is seeking a strategic finance leader to oversee accounting operations and guide financial performance for a construction organization in the New Orleans area. This role will direct core financial activities such as reporting, cash oversight, budgeting, payroll governance, and job cost visibility while helping strengthen profitability through disciplined controls and sound decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, a deep understanding of compliance, and the ability to build reliable processes that support both daily operations and long-term business goals. Responsibilities:• Lead the preparation and review of accurate financial statements, management reports, and monthly closing activities to support executive decision-making.• Oversee cash flow planning, daily cash position reporting, and banking relationships to maintain liquidity and support operational needs.• Manage work-in-progress tracking and job cost reporting to provide clear visibility into project financial performance.• Direct accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash application, and related accounting workflows to ensure procedures are followed consistently and effectively.• Strengthen internal controls across payment processing, payroll administration, and financial approvals to reduce risk and improve accountability.• Ensure compliance with use tax requirements and coordinate timely, accurate filings in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.• Develop, document, and refine accounting policies and procedures that promote consistency, efficiency, and regulatory adherence.• Support the administration and continuous improvement of accounting software, including user training, system controls, maintenance, and issue resolution.• Conduct financial and compliance reviews before subcontractor payments are released and assist with special operational or finance-related projects as needed.
2026-07-06T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

New Orleans, LA
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Temporary to Hire
24 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for an organization in New Orleans, Louisiana. This contract to permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who can manage daily financial activities, maintain accurate records, and contribute to timely reporting. The position offers the chance to work across general accounting functions while helping ensure tax-related obligations and ledger activity are handled with precision. Responsibilities:• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate and complete financial records.• Reconcile general ledger accounts and research discrepancies to support month-end and ongoing accounting accuracy.• Assist with corporate tax activities, including gathering documentation and supporting the preparation of tax filings.• Manage sales tax processes by reviewing transactions, tracking obligations, and helping ensure timely reporting and remittance.• Support the preparation of financial data and schedules needed for internal reporting and compliance requirements.• Review accounting transactions for accuracy and proper classification within the general ledger.• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to collect financial information and resolve accounting-related issues.• Maintain organized records and documentation to support audits, tax reporting, and standard accounting procedures.
2026-07-06T00:00:00Z

VP/Director of Finance

Metairie, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 165000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a strategic finance leader to oversee financial management and administrative operations for the organization in Metairie, Louisiana. This role will serve as a key advisor to executive leadership, guiding budgeting, reporting, compliance, and operational improvements that support sustainable growth and service excellence. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in complex, multi-program environments and can translate financial data into clear insights for leaders across the organization. Responsibilities: • Direct the organization’s finance and accounting functions, ensuring accurate reporting, sound fiscal management, and strong operational oversight. • Collaborate with executive leadership to shape financial plans that advance long-term stability, organizational growth, and mission-focused outcomes. • Evaluate financial results across departments, programs, and geographic areas to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement. • Lead the annual budgeting cycle, forecasting activities, audit readiness efforts, and ongoing financial analysis to support informed decision-making. • Build and refine reporting tools that provide visibility into revenue, expenditures, labor costs, cash position, and overall business performance. • Oversee technology-related coordination by working with system providers and internal stakeholders to improve financial and administrative workflows. • Partner with teams across operations, human resources, billing, quality, and program leadership to strengthen compliance, communication, and accountability. • Guide managers and regional leaders on financial expectations, purchasing practices, reporting standards, and administrative procedures. • Serve as a primary point of contact for auditors, banking partners, consultants, vendors, funders, and other external financial stakeholders.
2026-06-26T00:00:00Z