10 results for Staff Accountant in Covington, LA

Sr. Staff Accountant

Covington, LA
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Contract / Temporary to Hire
28 - 34 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a meticulous and experienced Senior Staff Accountant to join our team in Covington, Louisiana. This contract-to-permanent position offers an opportunity to contribute to key financial processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in accounting operations. The role is ideal for professionals seeking growth in their accounting career while making a tangible impact on organizational success. Responsibilities: • Prepare and analyze journal entries to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. • Reconcile general ledger accounts and support month-end and year-end closing activities. • Manage accounts receivable functions, including invoicing and collections, to maintain cash flow. • Process and accurately code vendor invoices in compliance with company policies. • Collaborate with external vendors to address and resolve invoice discrepancies. • Handle corporate tax-related tasks, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. • Assist in preparing financial reports and provide insights for organizational decision-making. • Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement solutions to enhance accounting efficiency. • Coordinate with team members to ensure deadlines for accounting tasks are consistently met. • Provide necessary documentation and support during audits to ensure compliance.
2026-03-03T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Gretna, LA
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Contract / Temporary to Hire
30.0865 - 36 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Gretna, Louisiana. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a pivotal role in managing financial processes, ensuring accuracy within billing department, and supporting the overall accounting operations. This opportunity is ideal for someone with strong expertise in general ledger management, accounts receivable, and month-end close procedures. Responsibilities:• Oversee and execute month-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.• Supervise a team of 4. • Manage and maintain general ledger accounts, ensuring all entries are properly recorded and reconciled.• Prepare and post journal entries to support financial transactions and adjustments.• Perform account reconciliations to verify accuracy and resolve discrepancies.• Conduct bank reconciliations to ensure alignment between financial records and bank statements.• Collaborate with other departments to facilitate smooth accounting operations and resolve issues.• Generate financial reports and statements for management review and decision-making.• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.• Provide support for audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to inquiries.
2026-03-05T00:00:00Z

Corporate Staff Accountant

Belle Chasse, LA
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Permanent
60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a meticulous Corporate Staff Accountant to join our team in Belle Chasse, Louisiana. In this permanent, on-site role, you will play a key part in managing essential accounting functions, ensuring accuracy in financial records, and contributing to the overall financial health of the organization. This position offers an excellent opportunity to collaborate across departments while maintaining compliance with industry standards. Responsibilities:• Prepare and analyze financial reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.• Reconcile accounts and manage general ledger activities to maintain precise financial data.• Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes, including adjustments and reporting.• Participate in budgeting and forecasting efforts to support organizational planning.• Analyze financial data to identify trends and provide actionable insights.• Ensure adherence to tax regulations, including corporate and sales tax requirements.• Support audits by preparing documentation and collaborating with auditors.• Handle journal entries and maintain detailed records for financial transactions.• Utilize ERP solutions and accounting software to streamline processes and improve efficiency.• Collaborate with internal teams to enhance financial reporting and operational workflows. For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half 504-383-0743. Thank you!
2026-02-19T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Metairie, LA
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Permanent
80000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Senior Accountant to join our team in the Northshore office. This role is essential for ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our accounting operations for a family investment portfolio while maintaining the integrity of financial data. As part of a dynamic environment, you will play a critical role in managing investment activity, cash reconciliations, payroll, and tax reporting. This is a newly created role due to growth in their small office setting. This role requires on site daily office attendance and only those within a daily commute range will be considered. Responsibilities:• Record and reconcile daily accounting and investment transactions and associated financial activity.• Maintain and update general ledger records while performing daily bank and account reconciliations.• Process payroll transactions and all associated taxes in a timely and accurate manner.• Assist with the preparation and filing of a wide variety of individual, partnership and business tax forms, including Forms 1099.• Contribute to the implementation of new accounting adn ERP systems and constinued support to ensure process improvements.• Provide and complete cross-training and support between accounting, operational and third party reporting agencies to enhance internal controls and operational efficiency.• Exercise discretion and uphold confidentiality when handling sensitive financial and personal information. Our client provides a stellar base and benefits plan and will have the ability to work some days from their satellite office in the CBD of New Orleans. If you have an accounting degree and 3+ years of full cycle accounting in a family office setting and/or oil and gas industry, this could be a great career opportunity for you! Please apply directly and call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half!
2026-03-05T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Metairie, LA
remote
Permanent
60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnered with a professional services firm in search of a dedicated Senior Staff Accountant. This individual will help to oversee key accounting operations for a diverse portfolio of clients. This role is pivotal in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of financial records while delivering insightful reports to support decision-making. The position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic remote environment with a focus on precision and collaboration. Responsibilities:• Perform month-end close procedures, ensuring compliance with established accounting standards.• Maintain organized and accurate general ledgers to support financial transparency.• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, to ensure timely and correct reporting.• Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts to verify data accuracy.• Compile and analyze financial statements and management reports for internal stakeholders.• Identify trends, variances, or potential issues through detailed financial analysis.• Manage accounts receivable and payable processes to maintain smooth financial operations.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate financial information effectively.• Utilize accounting software like QuickBooks Online and Excel to execute tasks efficiently.• Support the optimization of accounting workflows and processes to enhance productivity.
2026-03-06T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Covington, LA
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Contract / Temporary to Hire
16 - 18 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Covington, Louisiana. As part of a dynamic and collaborative environment, you will play a key role in supporting accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting tasks. This short-term contract to permanent position offers opportunities for growth and development within our organization. Responsibilities:• Process vendor invoices and manage disbursement filing to ensure accurate accounts payable records.• Handle daily invoicing, credit applications, and cash receipt processing for accounts receivable operations.• Assist in general accounting tasks, including general ledger reconciliations and month-end closing activities.• Verify and correct transaction documents, initiating necessary adjustments to entries and related records.• Classify expenditures and assign appropriate accounting codes for accurate financial documentation.• Compile and prepare financial reports using data from various sources to support organizational needs.• Record financial data in journals, ledgers, and registers using manual or electronic systems.• Investigate and resolve discrepancies by analyzing potential sources of errors and preparing correction entries.• Support budget monitoring by verifying adjustments and transfers to maintain accurate financial tracking.• Participate in special projects and provide additional administrative or accounting assistance as needed.
2026-03-06T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

New Orleans, LA
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Contract / Temporary to Hire
25 - 27 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team in New Orleans, Louisiana. This short-term contract to permanent position is ideal for a candidate with a strong background in accounting and proficiency in Sage BusinessWorks, particularly within the construction industry. The role involves handling a range of financial tasks, ensuring accuracy, and maintaining compliance with local and state regulations. Responsibilities:• Maintain accurate records for accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring timely processing of transactions.• Process weekly payroll for approximately 15 employees while managing comprehensive employee files.• Conduct monthly bank reconciliations and prepare financial reports as needed.• Handle sales tax payment submissions to state and local authorities, ensuring compliance with regulations.• Collaborate with external auditors for tasks such as Worker’s Compensation audits and year-end financial reviews.• Manage and issue 1099 payments for subcontractors, adhering to all relevant requirements.• Utilize Sage BusinessWorks and Excel to manage accounting data and generate detailed reports.• Perform general office duties to support the accounting department and maintain smooth operations.• Assist with special accounting projects and compliance-related tasks as required.
2026-02-23T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Westwego, LA
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Permanent
50000 - 55000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in Westwego, Louisiana. This role is essential in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial transactions while adhering to company policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and a commitment to maintaining precise records. Responsibilities: • Process invoices and payments in a timely and accurate manner. • Maintain and update vendor accounts, ensuring all information is current and correct. • Reconcile discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders. • Respond to inquiries from vendors and internal teams regarding payment status. • Assist in month-end closing activities by preparing necessary reports. • Monitor accounts payable transactions to ensure compliance with company policies. • Collaborate with other departments to resolve payment or invoice-related issues. • Prepare and maintain financial documentation for audits and reporting purposes. • Ensure proper coding of invoices to relevant accounts. • Identify opportunities to improve accounts payable processes and implement solutions.
2026-03-06T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

New Orleans, LA
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Permanent
50000 - 62000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in Elmwood, Louisiana. This role involves managing financial transactions, ensuring accurate invoice processing, and maintaining compliance with company policies. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a strong background in accounts payable, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities: • Process and review invoices for accuracy and proper coding. • Match purchase orders with invoices and resolve any discrepancies. • Prepare and execute check runs to ensure timely payments. • Maintain and update records of financial transactions in the accounts payable system. • Collaborate with vendors to address payment inquiries and resolve issues. • Assist in reconciling accounts payable ledger to ensure all payments are accounted for. • Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures during invoice processing. • Support month-end closing activities related to accounts payable. • Generate reports on accounts payable activities for management review.
2026-02-13T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Kenner, LA
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Contract / Temporary to Hire
24 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our team in Kenner, Louisiana. This short-term contract to permanent position offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic environment while ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial operations. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in managing accounts receivable processes and demonstrate a strong commitment to meeting organizational goals. Responsibilities:• Process accounts receivable transactions with precision, ensuring timely and accurate entry.• Manage commercial collections, following up on outstanding invoices and resolving payment discrepancies.• Apply cash receipts to customer accounts, maintaining up-to-date records.• Execute cash collection strategies to optimize revenue and reduce overdue balances.• Handle billing functions, including the preparation and distribution of invoices.• Collaborate with team members to identify and address issues impacting receivables.• Maintain organized documentation of financial activities for auditing purposes.• Generate reports to monitor accounts receivable performance and provide actionable insights.• Communicate with clients professionally to address payment concerns and inquiries.• Ensure compliance with company policies and financial regulations in all processes.
2026-02-12T00:00:00Z