23 results for Accounting Specialist in New Orleans, LA

Accounts Receivable Specialist We are seeking an Accounts Receivable Sepcialist to join our team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In this role, you will be expected to manage customer accounts, handle inquiries, and keep meticulous records. You will play a key role in our financial operations, ensuring the smooth outflow of capital and maintaining strong relationships with our vendors. Responsibilities:• Accurately process customer credit applications in an efficient manner• Maintain precise customer credit records• Handle customer inquiries and resolve any issues promptly• Monitor customer accounts and take necessary action when required• Approve and process general invoices for payment regularly• Manage and verify expense reports; reconcile expenses and other financial reports with account balances and office records• Facilitate vendor payments, which may include verifying federal ID numbers, reviewing purchase orders, and resolving discrepancies• Ensure outstanding obligations are credited upon payment, identify discount opportunities and issue purchase order amendments or stop-payment orders as needed• Assist with the organization of accounting records and ledgers by reconciling monthly statements and transactions• Perform other related duties as assigned. Our client is ready to interview immediately for this direct hire role. For confidential consideration please apply directly and call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half!

Accounts Receivable Specialist In partnership with a rapidly growing Baton Rouge industrial services company, Robert Half is seeking a detail oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist. As an integral part of the team, you will be entrusted with the task of maintaining customer credit records, processing payments, and addressing customer queries. In addition, you will be required to monitor customer accounts, ensuring timely action is taken when necessary. This permanent, direct hire role offers a competitive compensation range, benefits package, bonus potential, hybrid work schedule and opportunities for career advancement. Responsibilities:• Efficiently apply customer payments to their respective invoices, ensuring balance with remittance advice across all business lines.• Regularly download and distribute bank reports on a daily and monthly basis.• Maintain a comprehensive cash spreadsheet, accurately documenting all cash activity and reconciling it with bank balances.• Establish payment records in NetSuite for checks, wires, and ACH credit transfers.• Work collaboratively with accounts receivable specialists from different business lines to ensure accurate cash application.• Conduct credit checks as part of the new customer verification process.• Keep track of customer credit worthiness and report significant changes to the management.• Handle customer refunds processing.• Assist in the month-end closing process by reconciling accounts receivable, unapplied cash, and bank accounts to the general ledger.• Support the billing and collections staff when required.• Aid in cash management and forecasting.

Staff Accountant Our client in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is searching for a project accountant due to growth. In this role, you will be responsible for managing financial documentation, handling client audits, and overseeing accounts receivable. You will also be expected to demonstrate proficiency in Excel, invoicing, and budgeting. Responsibilities:• Manage and maintain financial records accurately• Handle client audits and ensure all necessary documentation is available• Monitor accounts receivable and ensure timely payments• Utilize Excel for various financial tasks and calculations• Handle invoicing tasks efficiently• Execute budgeting tasks and ensure financial plans align with business goals• Ensure compliance with GAAP Accounting principles in all financial operations• Calculate payments accurately and ensure timely disbursement.

Sr. Accountant Our rapidly growing client in the architecture industry is looking for a Sr. Accountant to join their team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. As a Sr. Accountant, you will be tasked with managing full cycle accounting, handling invoicing, and utilizing your strong Excel skills. In addition, you will be expected to communicate effectively in a fast paced environment. Responsibilities:• Execute full cycle accounting tasks to maintain financial clarity• Generate invoices and manage the billing process• Utilize Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting• Engage in effective communication to resolve finance-related issues• Oversee account reconciliation and balance sheet reconciliation processes• Conduct bank reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy• Manage general ledger entries and month-end close procedures• Maintain precise records for future reference and auditing

Sr. Accountant We are on the hunt for a Sr. Accountant in Jefferson, Louisiana. The role involves full cycle accounting tasks, overseeing system integrations, and working closely with IT consultants to optimize financial procedures. It also requires experience in inventory management, as the company operates in the clothing industry, distributing products nationwide. Responsibilities:• Undertake account and balance sheet reconciliations• Conduct bank reconciliations and maintain general ledger• Prepare and post journal entries• Utilize Microsoft Excel for data analysis and financial reporting• Conduct month-end close procedures• Operate NetSuite, Oracle, and SAP for various accounting functions• Ensure compliance with multi-state business licenses, SUTA, and property tax regulations• Independently solve problems and initiate solutions• Collaborate with IT consultants to streamline financial processes• Manage inventory accounting within the clothing industry. For confidential consideration please call Nicole MacRae at 504.383.0842

Sr. Accountant We are seeking a diligent Sr. Accountant to join our team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. As a Sr. Accountant, you will be tasked with maintaining financial records, resolving account discrepancies, and ensuring financial reporting accuracy. This role offers a contract to permanent employment opportunity. This is a primarily on-site position with some flexibility for remote work, when necessary. Responsibilities: • Accurate processing and reconciliation of accounts• Conducting balance sheet reconciliations• Executing bank reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy• Maintaining and updating the general ledger• Preparing and posting journal entries as required• Utilizing Microsoft Excel for data analysis and financial reporting• Ensuring timely month end close processes• Operating NetSuite for financial management and operations• Accurately recording accruals and amortizations• Performing other accounting duties as assigned.

Assistant Controller We are offering a long-term contract employment opportunity for an Assistant Controller in Houma, Louisiana. The successful candidate will join our team and play a critical role in the accounting function. This role involves a variety of tasks including general accounting, report generation, and auditing. This role offers a hybrid work schedule but primarily on-site in Houma, La. Responsibilities:• Accurately process and manage customer credit applications• Maintain and update customer credit records with a high level of accuracy• Respond to and resolve customer inquiries in a timely manner• Monitor customer accounts and initiate appropriate action when necessary• Assist in the preparation and completion of weekly reports• Participate in the creation and documentation of new process manuals• Contribute to the completion of audits scheduled for the end of March/April• Assist in the execution of audit remediation activities with the VA group• Prepare and post journal entries as needed• Run and analyze various reports using Sage 100 and other accounting software systems.

Coporate Tax Senior Accountant We are actively searching for a Corporate Senior Tax Accountant to join our team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role is centered around the administration of various types of taxes including sales/use, personal property, franchise, and excise taxes. The role also encompasses SOS registrations and annual reporting, unclaimed property filings, and special tax projects. Our client offers work from home two days a week. Responsibilities:• Manage the preparation and filing of multi-state and local sales/use tax returns by compiling and analyzing monthly sales tax data.• Handle new state tax registrations and SOS registrations.• Investigate tax notices and formulate responses to taxing authorities.• Take charge of preparing ancillary returns for the company which includes personal property taxes, unclaimed property, and associated compliance.• Facilitate the preparation and filing of IRS Heavy Highway use tax returns and IRS quarterly Excise tax forms.• Carry out the preparation and filing of various census reports on a quarterly and annual basis.• Oversee the calculation, preparation, and filing of various franchise tax returns.• Assist in preparing annual tax schedules for an external tax firm to support federal and state income tax filings.• Provide support for various audits and special projects.• Undertake any other duties that may be assigned to ensure job completion. If you have a 4 year accounting degree and 3+ years of public acocunting or corporate tax accounting in SALT and Property tax preparation, filing and research, this could be a great career move for you! Our client is ready to interview immediately for this direct hire role. For confidential consideration please apply directly and call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half!

Senior Accountant We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team. The selected candidate will be based in the Morgan City, Louisiana area. This role is primarily focused on the Manufacturing Cost Accounting sector, with significant emphasis on SAP. Offering an exciting opportunity, with a hard-working, well-tenured team. Responsibilities:• Overseeing and managing all aspects of the month-end close process.• Utilizing SAP system for various accounting tasks and operations.• Implementing and executing manufacturing cost accounting procedures.• Supervising plant accounting activities and ensuring compliance with company policies.• Conducting regular audits and assisting in the preparation of financial reports.• Providing guidance and support to the accounting team as needed.• Collaborating with other departments to streamline accounting processes.• Ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting and analysis.• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and developments.• Assisting in the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures Our client is ready to conduct interviews immediately for this on site role working closely with corporate accounting and operations teams in a well-established manufacturing company that takes great care of their employees. Please apply directly or call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half!

Junior Accountant Robert Half is seeking a Junior Accountant for our client in the manufacturing industry in the New Orleans area. The Junior Accountant will manage the processing of customer credit applications, ensure the upkeep of accurate customer records, and provide solutions to customer inquiries. This is a highly visible position that will have an opportunity to learn all aspects of the accounting function from start to finish for an extremely well established but growing New Orleans staple. This direct hire opportunity offers a competitive compensation, full benefits plan, bonus potential, family friendly, flexible scheduling, gym membership and opportunity for career advancement. Responsibilities: • Effectively manage customer credit applications to ensure accuracy• Handle account reconciliation to ensure financial accuracy• Manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) in a prompt and accurate manner • Support the creation of financial statements, general ledger entries and month end reporting• Keep accurate customer credit records to ensure data integrity • Use Microsoft Excel for financial data management and analysis• Monitor customer accounts and take appropriate actions when necessary • Utilize ERP solutions and Excel for business process management.

Accountant We are offering a long-term contract employment opportunity for an Accountant in the Non-Profit sector, based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The selected candidate will be instrumental in executing various accounting functions and utilizing accounting software systems while maintaining a high level of accuracy and efficiency. Responsibilities:• Utilize Accounting Software Systems for accurate financial management and reporting• Perform accounting functions including Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR)• Conduct regular auditing to ensure financial compliance and accuracy• Maintain and manage ADP - Financial Services for streamlined financial operations• Execute Cl Programming for efficient system operations• Utilize Concur for travel and expense management• Implement ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning for integrated business process management• Maintain Balance Sheet Account for accurate financial status reporting• Monitor customer accounts and take appropriate action when necessary• Process customer credit applications accurately and efficiently

Payroll Accountant We are offering a permanent employment opportunity for a Payroll Accountant located in Metairie, Louisiana. As a Payroll Accountant, you will be trusted with the execution of the in-house, multi-state manual payroll, handling payroll tax returns, State Unemployment Tax Act (SUTA), and Federal Unemployment Tax Act (FUTA). Responsibilities • Manage the accurate and timely processing of the company's payroll • Handle multi-state SUTA and FUTA • Liaise with the HR department to implement payroll procedures • Prepare and upload payroll tax returns • Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal wage and hour laws • Troubleshoot any payroll discrepancies and rectify them • Review and implement improvements to payroll policies and procedures • Administer multi-state payroll duties • Oversee the execution of in-house, manual payroll for employees, including both hourly-wage and salaried personnel.

Accounting Clerk We are in search of an Accounting Clerk for our client located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. As part of the team, you will focus on various accounting procedures, including accounts payable and receivable. You will be instrumental in maintaining precise financial records and supporting the wider accounting team. This role offers a short-term contract to full time employment opportunity. Responsibilities • Efficiently manage accounts receivable, ensuring the prompt processing of client invoices and payments• Oversee accounts payable, which includes reviewing, coding invoices, and preparing payments for vendors• Handle deposits, process ACH, and credit card payments, and issue checks as needed• Perform bank accounts, credit card statements, and other financial records reconciliation• Assist in maintaining accurate financial records in QuickBooks and support with general ledger entries• Collaborate with the team to execute routine month-end processes efficiently• Use Microsoft Excel to track and examine financial data• Lend a hand with special projects and other tasks related to accounting as required• Ensure accurate data entry and invoice processing

Accounting Clerk We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk for our client in the services industry, located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. As an Accounting Clerk, you will be tasked with managing property-related documentation, supporting accounts payable functions, and maintaining database systems. This is a short-term contract to full time employment opportunity. Responsibilities: • Handle all incoming mail concerning properties on a national scale, ensuring accurate sorting and internal processing• Generate, distribute, and upload property lease documents to an internal database for precise record-keeping• Develop and manage new folders for recently acquired leases• Execute detailed accounts payable coding for invoices, guaranteeing precision and appropriate allocation to specific projects• Maintain rigorous focus on data integrity while processing invoices• Utilize various database systems, including Oracle, Google Sheets, Google Drive, to store, manage, and retrieve property-related data• Adhere to systematic protocols when making entries and edits to ensure the accuracy and reliability of property data• Undertake backup support for reception duties when necessary, such as managing and redirecting calls from the front desk• Carry out various administrative tasks, including database maintenance, lease tracking, and ad hoc projects as required• Collaborate effectively with team members to resolve issues and meet deadlines in a timely manner

Senior Accounting Manager Robert Half is in search of a Senior Accounting Manager to join the team of a well established manufacturing company in the greater Baton Rouge area. In this role, you will be tasked with maintaining the general ledger, performing financial analysis, cost accounting and account reconciliations, managing fixed assets, and ensuring compliance with SOX regulations. This direct opportunity offers a hybrid, flexible schedule, competitive compensation and bonus structure, full benefits plan and opportunity for career advancement. Responsibilities:• Oversee and manage the general ledger and ensure accuracy in financial statements• Conduct thorough account reconciliations to prevent and detect any discrepancies• Administer fixed assets and maintain up-to-date records for accurate reporting• Ensure compliance with SOX - Sarbanes-Oxley regulations in all financial operations• Review and process VAT returns and tax audits to ensure timely completion• Oversee the processing of AP invoices and ensure all payments are accurate and timely• Manage accruals and ensure they are accurately recorded in the financial system• Conduct cost review and analysis including staff costs to assist in budgeting and forecasting• Work closely with GM and/or Sales Lead on sales forecasting and strategic planning• Oversee inventory evaluations and controls, including Working in Progress (WIP)• Engage in OPEX projects for control and advisory purposes• Ensure transactional compliance on a day-to-day basis and handle internal audit inquiries.

Assistant Controller Robert Half is partnering with a leading industrial services company based in New Orleans in search of a dynamic and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to play a critical role in managing its financial operations. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to contribute to a fast-growing company in a thriving industry. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in financial reporting, general ledger accounting, and technical accounting while also possessing a knack for process improvement and collaboration. This direct hire opportunity offers an excellent compensation package, fully paid company healthcare benefits, strong retirement plan, generous vacation package and hybrid, flexible scheduling in addition to future career growth potential. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting and Compliance:<ul><li>Prepare and deliver timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP.</li><li>Support the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, including adjusting journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analyses.</li><li>Assist in ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, including local, state, and federal tax regulations.</li></ul>General Ledger Management:<ul><li>Oversee day-to-day general ledger operations, including reconciliations for significant accounts such as inventory, prepaid expenses, and fixed assets.</li><li>Ensure all financial data is accurate and up-to-date for internal and external users.</li></ul>Technical Accounting Support:<ul><li>Assist in implementing technical accounting standards, policies, and processes to meet industry requirements and company objectives.</li><li>Monitor and adapt to updates in accounting regulations with impacts on operations and reporting.</li></ul>Job Costing and Project Accounting:<ul><li>Collaborate with operational teams to ensure proper job costing and accurate allocation of expenses to projects.</li><li>Perform work-in-progress (WIP) reporting and analysis to monitor project profitability.</li></ul>Internal Controls and Audit Support:<ul><li>Maintain and improve internal control processes to ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial information.</li><li>Support external and internal auditors by providing documentation and analysis to fulfill audit requirements.</li></ul>Process Improvement and Technology Utilization:<ul><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies within the accounting function, including leveraging ERP software for automation and reporting</li><li>Utilize advanced Excel skills to analyze data and create reports to inform decision-making.</li></ul>Mentorship and Development:<ul><li>Act as a mentor to junior team members, sharing knowledge and assisting in their professional development.</li></ul>

Bookkeeper Robert half is seeking a part-time Bookkeeper for our client in New Orleans, Louisiana. The role involves various aspects of bookkeeping in the industry, with a focus on maintaining and balancing accounts, ensuring accurate financial transactions, and preparing financial reports. This is a short-term employment opportunity. Responsibilities• Establish a well-structured system for financial transactions by setting up a chart of accounts and defining bookkeeping policies and procedures• Verify, allocate, and post transactions to maintain accounts• Reconcile entries to balance accounts• Oversee the general ledger, ensuring it is maintained and balanced• File documents to maintain quality historical records• Collect, analyze, and summarize account information to prepare financial reports• Review payments received, record deposits, and create Accounts Receivable invoices

Internal Auditor We are seeking a dedicated Internal Auditor for our client in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Internal Auditor will play a crucial role in evaluating our accounting and management controls, conducting audits, and assisting in achieving our strategic objectives. This role is within the auditing industry and operates in a detail-oriented workplace. Responsibilities: • Evaluate the efficiency and reliability of our record-keeping practices by examining supporting documents such as financial statements, general ledgers, records, reports, grant documents, financial journals and registers, inventory records, and banking records/information.• Conduct comprehensive auditing and consulting engagements of financial, compliance functions, programmatic operations, and information systems.• Research the area to be audited, analyze the department’s nature of operations, work procedures, assignment of tasks, and select or design audit procedures appropriate for the objectives and nature of the audit assignments.• Analyze audit findings to discern problems such as inefficiency, abuse, mismanagement, and noncompliance relative to policies and procedures, human resources, funds, laws, regulations, and accounting principles.• Develop recommendations for improvement, craft reports on compliance, internal control, and corrective action recommendations, and prepare all appropriate tables, schedules, and exhibits.• Conduct meetings with audited entity personnel to present findings and recommendations, and submit draft reports to management.• Assist in the establishment, implementation, and achievement of internal audit Strategic Objectives.• Utilize Accounting Software Systems and Audit Program to perform daily tasks and functions effectively.• Play a pivotal role in the planning and execution of audit plans.

Accounts Payable Clerk We are in search of a proactive and meticulous Accounts Payable Clerk for our client in the insurance industry, based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In this role, you will be handling the administrative and clerical requirements of the Accounts Payable/Finance Department, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in daily processes and controls. This role offers a short-term contract to full time employment opportunity. Responsibilities:• Efficiently process invoices, checks, and other documents, ensuring accuracy in all procedures• Provide exceptional customer service to both internal and external business partners• Contribute to the smooth running of the Accounts Payable/Finance Department by sorting, logging, photocopying, and filing relevant documents• Ensure compliance with company policies by executing daily processes and controls accurately and in a timely manner• Assist in internal and external audits as required, ensuring all necessary information is readily available• Handle the timely distribution of daily department mail, ensuring all relevant parties receive their documents• Verify, log and expedite the mailing of checks, ensuring all payments are processed in a timely manner• Undertake special projects as assigned, contributing to the overall efficiency of the department• Process customer credit applications with accuracy and speed• Maintain accurate customer credit records, ensuring all information is up to date and accurate

Accounts Payable Clerk We are in the search for an Accounts Payable Clerk for our client in the import/export industry, located in Covington, Louisiana. This role presents an opportunity to be a part of a rapidly growing team where your responsibilities will revolve around the administrative and clerical needs of the finance department. This is a short-term contract to full time employment opportunity. Responsibilities: • Efficiently process and control daily operations in a timely manner, ensuring compliance with company policies• Handle the processing of customer credit applications with accuracy, ensuring all data is up to date• Provide superior customer service to our internal business partners, resolving inquiries as they arise• Assist in both internal and external audits as required, contributing to the overall financial integrity of the department• Manage the distribution of daily department mail, sorting and opening as required• Maintain accurate filing systems, logging, photocopying, and filing invoices, checks, and other documents• Ensure checks are verified, logged, and mailed, expediting special handling when necessary• Take on special projects as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in the role

Financial Analyst Robert Half is partnered with a leading New Orleans manufacturing company in search of a dynamic Financial Analyst. This is a highly visible position with an extremely well established but growing organization. This direct hire opportunity offers a competitive compensation, full benefits plan, bonus potential, family friendly, flexible scheduling, gym membership and opportunity for career advancement. Responsibilities: • Utilize Data Mining Techniques for efficient Financial Analysis• Handle Accounting Functions including Accrual Accounting• Conduct Auditing of financial data and transactions• Participate in Budget Processes and make necessary adjustments• Perform Financial Analysis to support decision-making• Conduct Forecasting to predict future financial trends• Prepare Crystal Reports to present financial data and insights.

Financial Analyst We are offering a contract to hire employment opportunity for a Financial Analyst in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In this role, you will leverage your knowledge and experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management in our dynamic team. The industry we are in requires deep understanding of accounting functions and business systems, and you will be instrumental in ensuring financial stability and growth. This is a primarily on-site position but may offer some flexibility in remote capabilities. There's also a location in Gonzales if this office site would be more convenient than Baton Rouge site. Responsibilities: • Engage in detailed financial planning and budgeting to guide business decisions.• Conduct regular auditing activities to ensure financial compliance and accuracy.• Oversee billing functions, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing.• Manage budget processes within the framework of fund accounting.• Handle collection processes as required, maintaining company's financial health.• Participate in cash flow management activities, optimizing financial resources.• Utilize business systems for financial analysis and reporting.• Leverage knowledge of Bonds in financial analysis and planning.• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data through regular review and reconciliation.• Collaborate with the FP& A Manager on strategic financial projects and initiatives.

Bookkeeper Robert Half is seeking a Bookkeeper for our client in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. As the Bookkeeper, you will play a crucial role in managing financial transactions and maintaining accurate financial records. The role involves a high level of interaction with various departments and external partners to support financial operations. This is a short-term contract to full time employment opportunity. Responsibilities• Management of financial transactions on a day-to-day basis• Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records• Assisting with the creation of financial reports• Regularly performing bank and account reconciliations• Overseeing accounts payable and accounts receivable processes• Timely and accurate processing of weekly payroll• Monitoring and managing company budgets and expenditures• Collaborating with team members and external partners to support financial operations• Assisting with the preparation of documentation for audits and tax filings• Ensuring compliance with company policies and relevant financial regulations