<p>Robert Half is partnered with a greater New Orleans construction client in search of a detail-oriented Junior Accountant. In this role, you will contribute to the financial success of the organization by ensuring accurate accounting processes and supporting key financial operations. This position is ideal for a motivated individual with an accounting internship or 1+ years of experience who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to enhance their expertise in construction-related accounting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process, verify, and code accounts payable invoices; ensure accuracy of supporting documents and tax rates. </p><p>• Maintain vendor accounts, research discrepancies, and coordinate resolution with vendors and Project Managers. </p><p>• Support project-level accounting by monitoring budgets, tracking expenses, and analyzing profitability. </p><p>• Prepare, issue, and manage customer billing / pay applications to ensure accuracy and timeliness. </p><p>• Perform bookkeeping tasks, including posting journal entries and reconciling accounts. </p><p>• Assist with month-end closeout, including budget analysis, reconciliations, and preparation of supporting schedules. </p><p>• Serve as backup for weekly payroll processing, including timesheet and payroll record reconciliation. </p><p>• Participate in internal audits and contribute to process improvements. </p><p>• Perform tasks such as maintaining accounting records, preparing correspondence, and tracking compliance items. </p><p>• Collaborate with teams across the organization to provide accounting support, respond to inquiries, and assist with general administrative needs as required.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team in Belle Chasse, Louisiana. This Contract-to-permanent position offers the opportunity to lead critical financial operations for a well-established organization. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, analytical expertise, and a commitment to driving efficient accounting processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the finance department's operations, including accounts payable, billing and collections, and payroll management.<br>• Manage month-end and year-end financial close processes, including income statement and balance sheet preparation, account reconciliations, and general ledger analysis.<br>• Develop and maintain cash flow reports, forecasting weekly and monthly cash requirements, and handling daily cash management.<br>• Implement strategies to streamline monthly billing cycles and optimize cash collection processes.<br>• Deliver monthly financial reports to the executive team and other stakeholders, ensuring accuracy and clarity.<br>• Support the preparation of the annual budget and financial forecasts, monitoring progress and variance analysis on a monthly basis.<br>• Evaluate and enhance accounting and internal control systems to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.<br>• Provide leadership and guidance to departmental staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.<br>• Collaborate with executive leaders and operations teams to align financial strategies with organizational goals.
<p>We are looking for an organized and meticulous Accounting Specialist to join our team in New Orleans, Louisiana. In this short-term contract to full time role, you will play a key part in managing funding applications, ensuring compliance with program regulations, and delivering exceptional customer service. This position offers an opportunity to support small food and agriculture businesses by overseeing reimbursement processes and maintaining accurate financial records.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and finalize funding applications submitted by food and agriculture companies, ensuring adherence to organizational guidelines.</p><p>• Serve as a liaison to assist companies throughout the application and reimbursement process, providing clear communication and support.</p><p>• Review submitted documentation to ensure compliance with program regulations and process expense claims or reimbursements accordingly.</p><p>• Notify companies of claims that fall outside established guidelines and provide guidance on required corrections.</p><p>• Maintain accurate records of reimbursements and claims to ensure compliance with government funding requirements.</p><p>• Utilize intermediate-level Excel skills to analyze data and manage financial information effectively.</p><p>• Prioritize and manage multiple deadlines, ensuring timely processing of applications and reimbursements.</p><p>• Deliver exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and providing solutions in a thoughtful and approachable manner.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to ensure the smooth operation of funding and reimbursement programs.</p><p>• Take initiative to follow up with companies and ensure all required documentation is submitted on time.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in New Orleans, Louisiana. This role provides an exciting opportunity to work with a mid-sized, fast-growing company where your contributions will play a key role in financial reporting, compliance, and internal accounting operations. If you enjoy a challenging environment and thrive on producing accurate financial statements, cash flow projections, and budgets, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring accuracy and completeness for accounts such as cash, payroll, and prepaid expenses.<br>• Perform monthly balance sheet and income statement analyses to support management reporting.<br>• Assist in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, including preparing financial close workbooks.<br>• Maintain and reconcile fixed asset ledgers, depreciation schedules, and capital lease payment records.<br>• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting procedures, adhering to established standards.<br>• Conduct intercompany billing, transaction processing, and reconciliation activities.<br>• Prepare schedules and reports for external audits and compliance reviews, including 10Q and 10K reporting.<br>• Analyze and present financial data in a clear and actionable format for stakeholders.<br>• Participate in department-wide initiatives and ad-hoc projects to support organizational goals.<br>• Collaborate with team members to implement and refine accounting policies and procedures.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant for our client in Holden, Louisiana. In this short-term contract to full time position, you will play a critical role in analyzing and managing financial impacts related to operations, logistics, and inventory control. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in cost accounting practices, particularly within manufacturing environments, and demonstrate proficiency in financial systems such as Great Plains.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze and track sales, cost of sales, and gross margins across product lines to ensure accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Support financial planning processes, including annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and strategic plans.</p><p>• Monitor job costs to verify proper allocation of materials, labor, and overhead.</p><p>• Perform accurate inventory valuation, including raw materials and finished goods, under average and actual costing methodologies.</p><p>• Coordinate and oversee annual physical inventory processes while implementing cycle count programs to enhance accuracy.</p><p>• Conduct quarterly assessments of excess and obsolete inventory and manage lower cost or market calculations.</p><p>• Provide detailed analysis of manufacturing costs, including labor, overhead, and warranty expenses.</p><p>• Prepare financial reports to support capital investment evaluations and product-related decision-making.</p><p>• Ensure timely month-end reconciliations and journal entries related to cost accounting.</p><p>• Generate and maintain metrics reports, including inventory levels, labor hours, and other operational data.</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk for our client in Hammond, Louisiana. This short-term contract to full time position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a growing organization while advancing your career in accounting. As part of a dynamic team, you will play a key role in supporting accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring accuracy in financial transactions, and assisting with general accounting tasks.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process vendor invoices and ensure accurate filing of disbursement records for accounts payable.</p><p>• Assist in accounts receivable tasks, including generating daily invoices, applying cash receipts, and following up on overdue balances.</p><p>• Support general accounting operations by reconciling general ledger accounts, participating in month-end closures, and handling ad hoc projects.</p><p>• Review and correct transaction documents, revising entries or initiating necessary updates to maintain accuracy.</p><p>• Assign proper expenditure and accounting codes to documents, ensuring compliance with classification standards.</p><p>• Prepare financial statements and reports using data from diverse sources.</p><p>• Post financial data to journals, registers, and ledgers manually or electronically.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in accounts by tracing actions, reconstructing probable causes, and preparing correction documents as needed.</p><p>• Monitor budgets and assist in making adjustments or transfers to support budgetary control.</p><p>• Participate in special projects and perform additional duties as required.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Tax Senior or Manager to join our team in Metairie, Louisiana. In this role, you will oversee tax-related operations, manage staff workflows, and provide expertise in reviewing and signing off on tax returns. This position offers the opportunity to develop skills in forensic accounting and contribute to the success of a dynamic organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise and manage the workflow of tax-related tasks to ensure deadlines are met with efficiency.</p><p>• Review and approve individual, corporate, partnership, and federal income tax returns for accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Provide mentorship and guidance to staff, ensuring quality in their work and fostering growth.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to identify opportunities for improving tax processes and implementing best practices.</p><p>• Conduct research on complex tax issues and provide recommendations based on findings.</p><p>• Support the development of forensic accounting skills within the team, enhancing overall capabilities.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with federal and state tax regulations while addressing client-specific needs.</p><p>• Prepare detailed reports and documentation for internal and external review.</p><p>• Act as a point of contact for clients, addressing tax-related inquiries with expertise and attention to detail.</p><p><br></p><p>Our well-established client is known for taking great care of their team and being one of the best public accounting firms to work for! For extremely confidential consideration, please apply directly and call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half!</p>
<p>Position Summary:</p><p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Controller to lead our client's accounting operations and manage a high-performing team. This role is responsible for overseeing all financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance functions, with a strong emphasis on leveraging QuickBooks for day-to-day accounting and financial management. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of leadership, technical accounting expertise, and process improvement skills to support the company’s financial health and growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Lead and manage the accounting team, ensuring accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li>Oversee all general ledger activity, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations within QuickBooks.</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and variance reports.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal financial policies.</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory agencies.</li><li>Develop and implement internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard company assets.</li><li>Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior leadership.</li><li>Train and mentor accounting staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Why Join Us?</p><ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li><li>Collaborative and supportive team environment</li><li>Opportunities for professional growth and development</li><li>Mission-driven organization with a strong culture</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in Covington, Louisiana. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced and dynamic environment within the import/export industry. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of accounts payable processes, while supporting various financial operations. This is a short-term contract to full time employment opportunity. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage administrative tasks and clerical duties for the Accounts Payable and Finance department.</p><p>• Execute daily financial processes and controls promptly, ensuring compliance with company policies.</p><p>• Deliver exceptional customer service to internal business partners and external stakeholders.</p><p>• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing and organizing necessary documentation.</p><p>• Open, sort, and distribute incoming mail for the department.</p><p>• Organize and maintain records by sorting, logging, photocopying, and filing invoices, checks, and other financial documents.</p><p>• Verify and process checks, including handling special requests for expedited processing.</p><p>• Support the team by completing special projects as assigned.</p>
<p>Robert Half is partnered with a leading New Orleans construction company in search of an Accounts Payable Manager. This role involves managing a team, ensuring accurate vendor payments, maintaining compliance, and driving process improvements. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, possess strong leadership skills, and thrive in a dynamic, fast paced environment. This direct hire opportunity includes 100% paid company health benefits, 5% 401K company contribution that is immediately vested, hybrid/flexible scheduling, generous paid time off, bonus eligibility, career growth potential, and amazing company culture!</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise and mentor the Accounts Payable team to ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and adherence to contract terms.</p><p>• Oversee monthly sales tax filings across multiple states and manage annual 1099 submissions for all company entities.</p><p>• Collaborate with vendors and subcontractors to address invoice statuses, payment schedules, and discrepancies while ensuring compliance with company policies.</p><p>• Maintain organized and accurate records of transactions and invoices to support audits and internal reviews.</p><p>• Work closely with project managers, purchasing teams, and other departments to facilitate accurate invoice reporting and timely payments.</p><p>• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities within the Accounts Payable department.</p><p>• Assist the Director of Accounting with various monthly tasks, including inventory management and credit card reconciliations.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and contractual agreements while maintaining strong internal controls.</p><p>• Resolve invoicing and payment issues professionally and efficiently.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Senior Finance Manager to oversee financial operations for an account in the real estate sector. This role involves leading a team to ensure accurate financial reporting, effective budgeting, and compliance with internal and external standards. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in collaborating with account leadership to drive client satisfaction and implement strategic financial solutions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.</p><p>• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting by overseeing General Ledger reviews, balance sheets, and comprehensive financial reports.</p><p>• Collaborate with account leadership to identify and implement best practices that enhance operational and financial efficiency.</p><p>• Address client concerns promptly by working closely with internal teams to deliver solutions and maintain client satisfaction.</p><p>• Develop and execute financial strategies to overcome business challenges and meet organizational goals.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with internal controls and data integrity standards across all financial operations.</p><p>• Conduct training sessions for team members to enhance their knowledge of accounting procedures and financial programs.</p><p>• Provide mentorship and guidance to team members, fostering a positive work environment and encouraging growth in their skills and expertise.</p><p>• Monitor team performance, offering constructive feedback and celebrating achievements to maintain high morale.</p><p>• Lead annual budgeting processes and cash flow forecasting to support strategic financial planning.</p>
