We are looking for a Controller to lead the accounting and finance function for a credit union in Metairie, Louisiana. This role partners closely with executive leadership to support sound financial management, guide budgeting and investment decisions, and strengthen operational performance. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, confident leadership skills, and the judgment to make well-informed decisions in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead daily accounting and finance operations, ensuring accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and timely completion of core financial activities.<br>• Provide direction and oversight to managers and staff within the department, setting clear expectations and supporting high-quality performance.<br>• Partner with senior leadership to develop the annual budget, evaluate financial results, and assess the impact of business opportunities and contractual commitments.<br>• Monitor organizational financial exposure and implement practical measures to reduce risk and support long-term stability.<br>• Manage investment and liquidity activities in alignment with established policy and organizational objectives, including review of relevant financial information with executive leadership.<br>• Represent the organization in financial matters with external stakeholders such as regulators, industry groups, partner institutions, and members when appropriate.<br>• Oversee employee development within the finance team through coaching, performance evaluations, and ongoing feedback that supports growth.<br>• Delegate responsibility effectively while building bench strength across the department and preparing team members for expanded leadership opportunities.
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the organization’s finance and accounting functions, ensuring accurate reporting, sound fiscal management, and strong operational oversight.<br>• Collaborate with executive leadership to shape financial plans that advance long-term stability, organizational growth, and mission-focused outcomes.<br>• Evaluate financial results across departments, programs, and geographic areas to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.<br>• Lead the annual budgeting cycle, forecasting activities, audit readiness efforts, and ongoing financial analysis to support informed decision-making.<br>• Build and refine reporting tools that provide visibility into revenue, expenditures, labor costs, cash position, and overall business performance.<br>• Oversee technology-related coordination by working with system providers and internal stakeholders to improve financial and administrative workflows.<br>• Partner with teams across operations, human resources, billing, quality, and program leadership to strengthen compliance, communication, and accountability.<br>• Guide managers and regional leaders on financial expectations, purchasing practices, reporting standards, and administrative procedures.<br>• Serve as a primary point of contact for auditors, banking partners, consultants, vendors, funders, and other external financial stakeholders.
We are looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to a busy executive in Louisiana. This role requires exceptional judgment, strong organizational ability, and the flexibility to manage both business and personal priorities in a fast-moving environment. The ideal candidate is experienced, resourceful, and confident handling sensitive matters while keeping schedules, travel, communications, and administrative operations running smoothly.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee a dynamic executive calendar by arranging appointments, balancing shifting priorities, and preventing conflicts before they affect planned commitments.<br>• Prepare and coordinate meetings from start to finish, including scheduling attendees, confirming logistics, and ensuring materials are ready in advance.<br>• Draft, review, and manage clear correspondence while handling confidential information with a high level of discretion and accuracy.<br>• Monitor incoming messages and requests, determine urgency, and ensure timely follow-up or response based on business needs.<br>• Organize domestic and international travel plans, including transportation, lodging, itineraries, and real-time adjustments when schedules change.<br>• Serve as a point of coordination for technology-related needs by troubleshooting issues, working with vendors, and helping maintain connected home and office systems.<br>• Manage renewals, registrations, memberships, and related administrative records while keeping time-sensitive items on schedule.<br>• Support financial and operational tasks such as expense tracking, invoice handling, bill payments, record upkeep, and basic account reconciliation.<br>• Track deliveries and shipments, follow up on delays or missing items, and resolve issues with carriers or service providers.<br>• Handle research assignments, personal tasks, and ad hoc projects that improve the executive’s overall efficiency and day-to-day effectiveness.
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations and financial reporting for multiple entities in Metairie, Louisiana. This position plays a key role in month-end close activities, statement preparation, account analysis, and regulatory reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound knowledge of accounting principles, and the ability to manage recurring deadlines with accuracy and consistency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Record and post recurring and non-recurring journal entries each month to maintain accurate financial records across assigned entities.<br>• Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules, ensuring results are complete, timely, and ready for internal review.<br>• Review balance sheet activity and perform account analysis to confirm accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and support period-end close.<br>• Complete a variety of reconciliations, including general ledger and bank-related accounts, and investigate outstanding items as needed.<br>• Organize and upload monthly accounting documentation, including work papers, financial reports, and manual entries, into the designated document management system.<br>• Compile workers' compensation reporting data and submit required information for insurance-related coverage and audit support.<br>• Produce quarterly and annual insurance company statements in accordance with reporting deadlines and filing requirements.<br>• Prepare consolidated annual reporting packages and coordinate required submissions for external rating and regulatory organizations.<br>• Assist with additional accounting assignments and ad hoc reporting needs to support the finance team.
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core financial operations in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role focuses on maintaining accurate records, managing billing and receivables activity, and contributing to budgeting and audit support processes. The ideal candidate brings strong Excel capabilities, a solid foundation in accounting principles, and the ability to work carefully with financial documentation and payment calculations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and issue customer invoices accurately and in a timely manner while resolving billing discrepancies as needed.<br>• Track outstanding accounts and follow up on receivables to help maintain healthy cash flow and accurate account balances.<br>• Develop, update, and support budgeting activities by analyzing financial data and assisting with forecast-related reporting.<br>• Calculate payments using established guidelines and verify supporting details before processing or submission.<br>• Organize and maintain financial records and supporting documentation for client audit requests and internal review needs.<br>• Use advanced Excel functions to analyze accounting data, reconcile information, and create clear financial reports.<br>• Ensure daily accounting work aligns with GAAP standards and company policies for accuracy and compliance.
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support high-volume payables operations for a transport organization in Metairie, Louisiana. This position plays a key role in keeping vendor payments accurate, timely, and fully documented while supporting month-end accounting activities. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound accounting knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the full accounts payable cycle, from receiving invoices through final payment processing and record retention.<br>• Review vendor invoices for accuracy, align them with purchase orders, assign the correct general ledger coding, and route items for approval.<br>• Enter a high volume of vendor bills into the accounting system while maintaining accuracy and meeting established processing deadlines.<br>• Administer employee expense reimbursements and ensure supporting documentation is complete and compliant with company standards.<br>• Prepare and circulate weekly aging reports to help monitor outstanding obligations and support timely disbursements.<br>• Execute weekly payment runs, including checks and electronic transactions, then upload payment details to the banking platform and maintain organized backup files.<br>• Perform daily cash transfers and reconcile cleared checks and electronic payments to bank activity.<br>• Support month-end close by preparing reconciliations, reviewing accruals, and creating journal entries related to the payables subledger.<br>• Manage annual 1099 distribution, respond to vendor inquiries, assist with audit documentation requests, and provide backup support for accounts receivable activities as needed.
<p>We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a growing international construction company in Metairie, Louisiana. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for a detail-focused accounting specialist who enjoys keeping payables operations organized, accurate, and on schedule. In this role, you will support day-to-day invoice processing, payment activities, and financial record maintenance while partnering closely with the Accounting Manager and internal stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage clerical and administrative activities that support the accounts payable and finance function on a daily basis.</p><p>• Review invoices for accuracy, assign appropriate coding, and prepare batches for timely entry and payment processing.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, vendor questions, and other accounts payable issues with care and urgency.</p><p>• Process employee expense submissions and maintain complete documentation for approvals and reimbursement tracking.</p><p>• Reconcile accounts payable subledger activity to the general ledger and help maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Prepare, verify, and distribute check payments and assist with ACH-related transactions, including requests requiring expedited handling.</p><p>• Receive, organize, and route incoming department mail, then file and maintain invoices, checks, and related financial documents.</p><p>• Support audit requests and contribute to special assignments and process-related tasks as needed by the accounting team.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support property accounting operations in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In this role, you will help maintain accurate financial records, complete month-end close activities, and collaborate with property and accounting teams to keep reporting on schedule. This position is well suited for someone who enjoys working with financial data, solving discrepancies, and contributing to a deadline-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Produce monthly financial statements for assigned properties with a strong focus on accuracy and timely completion.<br>• Complete recurring month-end accounting activities by following established close procedures and maintaining required supporting schedules.<br>• Reconcile bank accounts, investigate variances, and prepare documentation that supports account balances and financial reporting.<br>• Record journal entries, including monthly rent-related activity, and ensure each entry is backed by appropriate support.<br>• Review property-level transactions such as tenant charges, cash receipts, and vendor invoices to confirm data has been entered correctly.<br>• Work with Regional Property Managers and property owners to address accounting questions, resolve outstanding items, and finalize reporting packages.<br>• Process payments related to owner distributions, management fees, mortgages, taxes, insurance, and other recurring obligations in a timely manner.<br>• Respond to review comments from senior accounting staff, perform needed reclasses or corrections, and assist with special projects and other accounting duties as assigned.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Director of Insurance Operations to lead and scale life and annuity operations in River Ridge, Louisiana. This position will shape operating strategy, strengthen execution across core business functions, and ensure day-to-day performance supports broader organizational objectives. The ideal candidate brings strong industry knowledge, sound business judgment, and the ability to build high-performing teams while improving service, compliance, and efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the operational strategy for the life and annuity business, aligning workflows, service delivery, and execution with company priorities.</p><p>• Guide and develop operations staff by setting clear expectations, coaching leaders, and promoting a culture centered on accountability and collaboration.</p><p>• Evaluate existing procedures, identify inefficiencies, and implement improvements that increase accuracy, speed, and overall operational effectiveness.</p><p>• Maintain adherence to regulatory standards and internal controls through routine reviews, audit readiness, and disciplined oversight of operational practices.</p><p>• Establish, track, and interpret performance indicators to measure results, highlight trends, and support continuous improvement decisions.</p><p>• Partner with teams such as underwriting, finance, marketing, and other business areas to ensure coordinated execution and dependable product support.</p><p>• Lead operational initiatives tied to business growth, including product implementation efforts, process redesign, and major operational enhancement projects.</p><p>• Oversee budget planning for the operations function, balancing resource needs with financial discipline and cost-conscious decision-making.</p><p>• Strengthen the customer experience by improving turnaround times, service quality, and consistency across operational touchpoints.</p><p><br></p><p>For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half 504-383-0743</p>
We are looking for a strategic finance leader to guide financial planning and operational oversight for a real estate portfolio in New Orleans, Louisiana. This role serves as a key advisor to senior client leadership while directing budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial controls across a complex property environment. The ideal candidate brings strong commercial judgment, deep real estate finance expertise, and the ability to lead high-performing teams in a fast-moving setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Serve as the primary finance partner to senior client leadership, providing insight that supports business decisions and long-term planning.<br>• Direct the daily operations of the finance function, setting priorities for the team and ensuring accurate, timely delivery of accounting and reporting activities.<br>• Develop and oversee annual budgets, rolling forecasts, cash flow projections, and financial models to support portfolio performance.<br>• Monitor financial results, evaluate variances, and highlight risks and opportunities that may affect budget or forecast outcomes.<br>• Maintain strong governance over ledgers, accounting workflows, and internal controls to support compliance and reliable financial reporting.<br>• Coordinate expense reporting, cash oversight, and disbursement activity while ensuring appropriate treatment of operating costs and related tax considerations.<br>• Prepare consolidated monthly profit and loss statements, balance sheet reporting, and other internal financial summaries for management review.<br>• Partner with regional accounting leadership to align financial practices with established service standards and client expectations.<br>• Lead communication across regional finance teams through regular meetings, sharing updates, resolving issues, and promoting consistent execution.<br>• Support team capability building by participating in training initiatives, sharing best practices, and driving ongoing process improvement.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the financial strategy and operations of our client's organization in Metairie, Louisiana. This role requires a dynamic leader with expertise in accounting, financial management, and strategic oversight across multiple business entities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong ability to manage complex financial processes while providing valuable insights to drive business growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage accounting functions and oversee controllers for various business entities, including dealerships and property holdings.</p><p>• Ensure the accurate and timely preparation of monthly and annual financial statements.</p><p>• Monitor cash flow, intercompany transactions, and bank balances to maintain financial stability.</p><p>• Collaborate with external CPAs to ensure compliance with tax regulations and timely filing of corporate, partnership, and property-related tax returns.</p><p>• Review and manage contracts such as property leases, vendor agreements, and loan documents, identifying potential financial or legal risks.</p><p>• Administer insurance policies, including property, liability, and auto coverage, while handling renewals and claims.</p><p>• Oversee real estate operations, including income tracking, property tax management, and capital improvements.</p><p>• Provide strategic financial analysis to support decision-making related to business expansions, acquisitions, and other opportunities.</p><p>• Lead and develop accounting and administrative teams, fostering a culture of accountability and precision.</p><p>• Optimize internal processes and reporting systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.</p>