We are looking for an Accountant to support day-to-day financial operations for a growing team in Chalmette, Louisiana. This contract position with permanent potential is ideal for someone who can manage core accounting activities with accuracy, consistency, and strong attention to detail. The role offers the opportunity to contribute across multiple accounting functions while partnering with leadership to maintain reliable financial records and reporting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process incoming and outgoing financial transactions, including support for both payables and receivables activities.<br>• Prepare and record journal entries to keep accounting records current and aligned with company policies.<br>• Reconcile bank statements and investigate discrepancies to ensure the accuracy of cash activity.<br>• Maintain general ledger accounts and assist with routine month-end accounting tasks.<br>• Review financial data for completeness and follow up on outstanding items to support timely close processes.<br>• Work closely with accounting leadership to address reporting needs and improve day-to-day financial accuracy.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our team in Harahan, Louisiana. This role involves managing payroll and general ledger accounting while ensuring compliance with financial policies and regulations. You will play a key role in customer billing, cost analysis, and financial reconciliation, collaborating closely with various departments to support the organization's financial operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and distribute payroll for field employees, including certified payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal and state regulations.<br>• Reconcile payroll transactions and general ledger accounts, accurately allocating job labor costs.<br>• Lead intercompany accounting processes, including posting transactions and reconciling intercompany accounts across the organization.<br>• Design, review, and reconcile month-end financial close processes with a focus on customer project billings.<br>• Collaborate with operations teams to conduct detailed job costing analyses.<br>• Prepare and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations for applicable accounts.<br>• Manage company credit card accounts and oversee the corresponding expense reporting.<br>• Evaluate and set up new customers in the financial system, ensuring proper vetting and configuration.<br>• Provide ad hoc monthly status updates and reports to support financial decision-making.<br>• Perform other duties as assigned by the Controller and Director of Finance.
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Accountant to join our team in Houma, Louisiana. In this role, you will oversee financial reporting and ensure compliance with accounting standards, providing valuable insights to support business operations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate advanced technical expertise, strong analytical abilities, and a proactive approach to improving financial processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare detailed financial statements on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, ensuring compliance with applicable standards.<br>• Manage the consolidation of financial data across various service lines and operational locations.<br>• Coordinate audit processes by preparing required documentation and addressing auditor inquiries.<br>• Enhance internal controls and operational procedures to ensure accurate financial reporting.<br>• Investigate complex accounting issues, propose solutions, and implement new standards effectively.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to analyze financial data and provide actionable recommendations.<br>• Lead initiatives to streamline reporting, closing processes, and compliance activities.<br>• Mentor and support entry level accounting staff, fostering their growth and attention to detail.<br>• Ensure timely submission of required filings at local, state, and federal levels.
<p>Robert Half is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join a leading construction company in Metairie, Louisiana. This role requires expertise in financial reporting, monthly closings, budgeting, and customer billing, along with a strong ability to analyze and resolve complex financial issues. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive approach to managing accounting processes and supporting organizational goals.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and ensure accurate reporting of business transactions in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).</p><p>• Collaborate with the accounting team to manage month-end closings and financial reporting processes.</p><p>• Support the annual audit by drafting financial statements and accompanying notes.</p><p>• Conduct thorough research and analysis of expense variances to assist company management.</p><p>• Develop forecasts and budgets to guide the organization’s financial planning.</p><p>• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.</p><p>• Generate and review customer billing statements, ensuring timely and accurate processing.</p><p>• Provide insights and recommendations based on financial analysis to optimize business performance.</p><p>• Utilize advanced Excel functions and accounting systems efficiently to manage financial data.</p><p>• Uphold compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.</p>
<p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process vendor invoices and manage disbursement filing to ensure accurate accounts payable records.</p><p>• Handle daily invoicing, credit applications, and cash receipt processing for accounts receivable operations.</p><p>• Assist in general accounting tasks, including general ledger reconciliations and month-end closing activities.</p><p>• Verify and correct transaction documents, initiating necessary adjustments to entries and related records.</p><p>• Classify expenditures and assign appropriate accounting codes for accurate financial documentation.</p><p>• Compile and prepare financial reports using data from various sources to support organizational needs.</p><p>• Record financial data in journals, ledgers, and registers using manual or electronic systems.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve discrepancies by analyzing potential sources of errors and preparing correction entries.</p><p>• Support budget monitoring by verifying adjustments and transfers to maintain accurate financial tracking.</p><p>• Participate in special projects and provide additional administrative or accounting assistance as needed.</p>
<p>Our growing client is looking for a Cash Managment Accountant in this newly created role to support daily accurate cash accounting and help maintain strong financial controls for daily treasury operations in New Orleans, Louisiana. This role is in office daily in the CBD of New Orleans and only candidates within a daily commute range will be considered. This role focuses on recording cash activity, reconciling bank accounts, and partnering with internal teams to resolve discrepancies while keeping documentation organized and audit-ready. The ideal candidate brings solid accounting experience, sharp attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review high-volume daily banking transactions and record cash-related activity in the general ledger with accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Prepare and enter journal entries for cash movements, clearing activity, and other treasury accounting items in line with company policies.</p><p>• Track incoming and outgoing cash across bank accounts to confirm transactions are categorized correctly.</p><p>• Complete monthly reconciliations for all bank accounts and follow through on any outstanding differences.</p><p>• Research unreconciled items such as deposit timing issues, payment discrepancies, and bank-related errors, then drive them to resolution.</p><p>• Maintain organized reconciliation files and supporting records that satisfy internal control standards and audit requirements.</p><p>• Reconcile cash clearing and suspense accounts and address aged balances promptly.</p><p>• Work closely with Accounts Payable, billing, treasury, and other business partners to investigate and resolve cash discrepancies.</p><p>• Assist with period-end close activities, audit support, process documentation, and improvements to cash accounting workflows, including system-related enhancements where needed.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity to join the growing team and be an integral part of shaping the role and implementing policies, procedures and systems to manage the critical daily cash tracking function. If you have an accounting or finance degree and 3+ years of high volume daily bank reconciliations in a fast paced setting, this could be a long term career role for you! Please apply directly and call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half!</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our team in New Orleans, Louisiana. The ideal candidate will manage essential accounting functions, including general ledger reconciliations, and expense management, while contributing to a collaborative and inclusive work environment. This role requires a proactive individual who can handle multiple responsibilities with precision and professionalism.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Record and categorize weekly credit card transactions to ensure accuracy in financial documentation.</p><p>• Monitor and oversee a stand-alone expense management system on a weekly basis.</p><p>• Perform monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts and prepare supporting schedules.</p><p>• Manage grant budgets and submissions, including monitoring, reimbursements, expense reporting, year-end closeouts, and maintaining timesheets.</p><p>• Code and record monthly deposit transactions in compliance with organizational standards.</p><p>• Prepare monthly and interim budget-to-actual reports for departments and clubs to support financial transparency.</p><p>• Fulfill reporting requirements for state and local government agencies.</p><p>• Assist with annual financial audits and year-end procedures to ensure compliance.</p><p>• Provide support for other accounting tasks as needed to maintain efficient operations.</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Metairie, Louisiana. In this role, you will handle a variety of accounting tasks and contribute to the efficient management of financial operations. This position offers an opportunity to work closely with multi-location restaurant accounting processes while utilizing advanced software tools.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and maintain accurate journal entries to ensure the integrity of financial records.</p><p>• Manage general ledger activities, including reconciliations and adjustments.</p><p>• Perform bank account reconciliations to verify transaction accuracy and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Process accounts payable transactions and ensure timely payment of invoices.</p><p>• Assist with sales tax filings and compliance with regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software, such as Restaurant 365, to streamline financial operations.</p><p>• Monitor inventory and support operational accounting tasks.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to improve accounting workflows and processes.</p><p>• Provide customer service support related to financial inquiries and documentation.</p><p>• Generate reports and analyze financial data to support decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>If you have a 4 year accounting degree with full cycle staff accountant level experience, this could be a great fit for you! Please apply directly and call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half!</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team on a short-term contract to permanent employment basis in New Orleans, Louisiana. In this role, you will play a critical part in managing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and maintaining fixed assets, while contributing to the preparation of financial statements and budgets. This position offers a dynamic opportunity to collaborate with internal teams and external auditors to ensure compliance and drive accurate financial reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and review complex journal entries and account reconciliations, including cash, payroll, and prepaid expenses.</p><p>• Generate monthly balance sheet and income statement analyses to support management reporting.</p><p>• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, including preparing financial close workbooks.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to internal controls and compliance with accounting policies and standards.</p><p>• Manage the fixed asset ledger, including depreciation schedules and reconciliations.</p><p>• Perform intercompany transactions, billings, and reconciliations to ensure accuracy.</p><p>• Analyze financial data and present it in clear, actionable formats for decision-making.</p><p>• Collaborate with external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits.</p><p>• Participate in department-wide initiatives and handle ad-hoc reporting and special projects as needed.</p><p>• Contribute to the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Staff Accountant to join our team in Metairie, Louisiana. This short-term contract to permanent position offers an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented individual to contribute to financial operations within the dynamic Oil & Gas industry. The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting expertise and a proactive attitude.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and post accurate journal entries to maintain financial records.</p><p>• Manage the general ledger and ensure timely reconciliations.</p><p>• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.</p><p>• Handle multi-state payroll processing, adhering to compliance standards.</p><p>• Perform account reconciliations to verify financial data and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Excel to analyze and report financial information.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with accounting regulations and internal policies.</p><p>• Provide support during audits by preparing necessary documentation and reports.</p>
<p>We are looking for a highly motivated Staff Accountant to join a dynamic and growing mid-sized company in New Orleans, Louisiana. This is a short-term contract to permanent opportunity where you will play a key role in preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, maintaining fixed assets, and assisting with financial reporting. The position offers a chance to work on a variety of accounting tasks, including compliance with reporting standards, external audit support, and month-end close processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare detailed journal entries and perform account reconciliations for cash, payroll, and prepaid expenses.</p><p>• Conduct monthly balance sheet and income statement analyses to support management reporting.</p><p>• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial close preparation.</p><p>• Maintain and update the fixed asset ledger, including depreciation schedules and reconciliation.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to internal controls and accounting policies to maintain compliance with organizational standards.</p><p>• Manage capital lease schedules and monitor monthly payments.</p><p>• Support intercompany transactions by performing billing, reconciliation, and journal entries.</p><p>• Analyze financial data to create clear, actionable reports for various stakeholders.</p><p>• Collaborate with external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits.</p><p>• Participate in special projects and departmental initiatives as needed.</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in New Orleans, Louisiana. In this permanent, on-site role, you will play a critical part in managing financial records, preparing statements, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate with colleagues and contribute to the organization's financial planning and reporting goals.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and reports to support decision-making processes.</p><p>• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.</p><p>• Reconcile accounts, including general ledger and bank accounts, to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Maintain organized and up-to-date financial records in accordance with company policies and regulations.</p><p>• Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable processes to ensure timely payments and collections.</p><p>• Assist in budgeting and forecasting activities to support strategic financial planning.</p><p>• Conduct detailed reviews of balance sheets and journal entries to ensure proper documentation.</p><p>• Implement and maintain accounting controls to enhance cost efficiency and reduce errors.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to deliver financial insights and support organizational goals.</p><p>• Stay informed about GAAP standards and industry practices to ensure adherence to best practices.</p><p><br></p><p>For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half. 504-383-0743 Thank you!</p>
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in New Orleans, Louisiana. This is a Contract-to-permanent position within the manufacturing industry, where you will play a critical role in overseeing and analyzing financial processes. Your expertise will help ensure accuracy in inventory management, financial reporting, and operational efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee and analyze manual inventory processes to ensure alignment with purchase orders, manufacturing bids, and billing procedures.<br>• Collaborate with the controller to manage daily accounting operations and support higher-level financial tasks.<br>• Prepare and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.<br>• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and provide insights to improve reporting processes.<br>• Conduct month-end close activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations to maintain accurate cash flow records.<br>• Lead inventory accounting efforts, including detailed analysis and audits.<br>• Identify and address discrepancies in inventory management to optimize workflows.<br>• Provide guidance to clerks and other team members to enhance operational accuracy.<br>• Support payroll processes and contribute to financial analysis initiatives.
<p>We are looking for a skilled and experienced Senior Accountant to join our client's team in New Orleans, Louisiana. In this role, you will manage full-cycle accounting processes and ensure the accuracy of financial records for a high-end retail operation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in retail accounting and be adept at handling inventory and sales reporting, payroll, and compliance efforts.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage all aspects of the accounting cycle, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end/year-end close using QuickBooks.</p><p>• Prepare accurate monthly financial statements, variance analyses, and management reports to support business decisions.</p><p>• Oversee accounts payable processes, including invoice review, coding, and payment processing.</p><p>• Manage accounts receivable functions such as customer invoicing, payment application, and collections.</p><p>• Reconcile daily, weekly, and monthly sales reports from internal systems to QuickBooks.</p><p>• Track inventory purchases, cost of goods sold, and related adjustments while supporting physical inventory counts.</p><p>• Process payroll and prepare related journal entries while ensuring compliance with multi-state or local tax requirements.</p><p>• File sales tax returns and coordinate with external CPAs or tax advisors for audits and annual filings.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, internal controls, and financial reporting.</p><p>• Assist management with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis as needed.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Billing Manager to oversee invoicing operations for an expanding industrial services organization in New Orleans, Louisiana. This role will lead billing activities, support a high-performing team, and help ensure customer invoices are issued accurately and on schedule. The position works closely with operations, project leaders, and accounting to keep documentation aligned with customer requirements and maintain a dependable revenue cycle process.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct day-to-day billing activities for both recurring service work and project-related engagements.</p><p>• Review source documents such as work records, labor details, purchase orders, and supporting materials to confirm invoice accuracy before release.</p><p>• Ensure invoices are prepared and submitted in line with contract terms, pricing agreements, and customer-specific requirements.</p><p>• Lead, mentor, and evaluate billing staff to strengthen team performance and maintain accountability.</p><p>• Coordinate with operations and project stakeholders to investigate and resolve billing exceptions, missing documentation, and disputed charges.</p><p>• Work alongside accounting and accounts receivable teams to address invoice questions and assist with collection-related follow-up.</p><p>• Monitor billing workflows and introduce process improvements that enhance efficiency, consistency, and internal controls.</p><p>• Maintain clear and attentive communication with internal teams and customers to support timely issue resolution and strong working relationships.</p>
<p>We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support daily financial operations for a wholesale distribution business in Elmwood, Louisiana. This position focuses on maintaining accurate payment records, reviewing vendor invoices, and helping ensure timely disbursements. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound organizational skills, and experience working with high-volume accounts payable activities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review incoming vendor invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper supporting documentation before processing</p><p>• Maintain organized accounts payable files and payment records for reporting, audit support, and reference purposes</p><p style="">• Assign correct general ledger or expense codes to invoices and match charges to purchase orders when required</p><p style="">• Enter payable transactions into the accounting system with a high level of accuracy and consistency</p><p style="">• Prepare routine payment batches and assist with scheduled check runs to ensure vendors are paid on time</p><p style="">• Reconcile invoice details against receiving information and follow up on discrepancies with internal teams or suppliers</p><p>• Communicate with vendors regarding invoice status, payment inquiries, and documentation needed to resolve issues</p>
We are looking for an experienced Corporate Controller to lead the financial operations of a well-established company. This position plays a central role in guiding accounting functions, strengthening financial discipline, and delivering accurate insights that support leadership decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in reporting, budgeting, cost accounting, and process improvement within a complex operating environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct core accounting activities across the organization, including ledger management, close processes, payables, receivables, payroll oversight, and fixed asset accounting.<br>• Produce timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports that provide clear visibility into business performance and financial position.<br>• Lead the development of budgets, forecasts, and financial plans to support operational goals and executive planning.<br>• Oversee cost accounting practices, inventory controls, and variance analysis to improve margin visibility and manufacturing performance.<br>• Strengthen internal control frameworks and refine financial procedures to support compliance, accuracy, and efficiency.<br>• Manage external audit preparation, coordinate tax-related reporting, and maintain effective relationships with banking partners.<br>• Track cash flow and working capital trends, offering recommendations to support liquidity and financial stability.<br>• Collaborate with operations leaders to identify opportunities for improved productivity, cost management, and profitability.<br>• Guide, mentor, and develop accounting team members while fostering accountability and focused growth.<br>• Support system enhancements and reporting improvements that increase data reliability and streamline financial analysis.