We are looking for an Assistant Controller to help lead core accounting operations and deliver accurate, timely financial reporting for our Metairie, Louisiana team. This position partners closely with the Controller to strengthen reporting processes, support compliance efforts, and guide day-to-day accounting activities. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, leadership experience, and the ability to improve efficiency while maintaining a high standard of financial accuracy.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Partner with the Controller to manage daily accounting activities and keep financial operations running smoothly.<br>• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycle, ensuring deadlines are met and reporting is complete and reliable.<br>• Prepare, analyze, and review financial statements and supporting schedules to confirm accuracy and consistency.<br>• Oversee accounting personnel, providing direction, coaching, and development support across functions such as general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.<br>• Examine journal entries, reconciliations, and balance sheet activity to resolve discrepancies and maintain strong records.<br>• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and financial variance reviews to support informed business decisions.<br>• Strengthen accounting policies and internal control practices to promote compliance and reduce risk.<br>• Collaborate with external auditors, assemble requested documentation, and assist throughout audit engagements.<br>• Support tax-related reporting and filings, including areas such as sales and use tax and property tax compliance.<br>• Step in for the Controller when needed and assist with process enhancements, automation efforts, and accounting system improvements.
<p>We are looking for an Accounting Manager to join a manufacturing organization in New Orleans, Louisiana on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This is a high-growth startup in a dynamic phase of expansion, focused on scaling operations rapidly and capturing market share. This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to strategic initiatives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. This role will oversee core accounting operations, support accurate financial reporting, and help maintain strong control over inventory and work-in-progress activity. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience across the full accounting cycle, thrives in a deadline-driven environment, and is comfortable working within a large ERP platform, with Epicor experience viewed favorably.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead end-to-end accounting activities, ensuring daily transactions are recorded accurately and financial records remain current.</p><p>• Direct the month-end closing process by preparing reviews, coordinating timelines, and resolving outstanding items efficiently.</p><p>• Reconcile balance sheet and general ledger accounts on a regular basis to support accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries related to accruals, inventory activity, fixed assets, and other key accounting areas.</p><p>• Manage inventory accounting processes, including valuation, tracking, and analysis of work-in-progress balances within a manufacturing setting.</p><p>• Support financial statement preparation and assist with audit requests by organizing documentation and responding to inquiries.</p><p>• Oversee fixed asset records, including additions, disposals, depreciation tracking, and periodic verification of asset inventory.</p><p>• Utilize a large ERP system to monitor financial data, improve reporting visibility, and maintain reliable accounting workflows.</p>
<p>Robert Half is partnered with an established non-profit organization in search of an Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations and support accurate, timely reporting. This position plays a central role in maintaining strong accounting practices, administering payroll, and ensuring day-to-day financial activities are completed efficiently. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate across departments while keeping records organized and compliant.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead daily accounting activities, including financial recordkeeping, reporting, and oversight of internal control practices.</p><p>• Manage payroll on a bi-weekly schedule, ensuring employee pay, deductions, garnishments, direct deposit updates, and status changes are processed accurately.</p><p>• Review bank activity, monitor incoming payments, and support accounts receivable handling to maintain strong cash management.</p><p>• Reconcile general ledger accounts, insurance-related balances, credit card statements, and other financial records to confirm accuracy and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Process vendor invoices promptly, maintain supporting documentation, and help ensure expenditures are coded correctly and aligned with departmental budgets.</p><p>• Coordinate payroll setup for new employees and apply employee compensation updates in the payroll system in partnership with Human Resources.</p><p>• Prepare financial reports, month-end documentation, and other accounting summaries needed for leadership review and audit support.</p><p>• Track payroll-related items such as overtime, mileage, vacation usage, benefit withholdings, and accrual balances to support policy compliance.</p><p>• Maintain organized accounting files, oversee petty cash activity, and distribute financial documents or payments as needed.</p><p>• Participate in leadership and department meetings while helping address operational or financial issues as they arise.</p>