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6 results for Director Of Accounting in New Orleans, LA

VP/ Director of Finance
  • New Orleans, LA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 70 - 95 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Vice President of Finance &amp; Accounting</strong> to provide executive-level financial leadership for a portfolio of organizations. This individual will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and governing boards, overseeing financial strategy, accounting operations, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, audits, and long-term planning initiatives. The role also includes leading and developing finance teams, strengthening client relationships, driving operational excellence, and supporting business growth and strategic initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide strategic financial guidance to executive leadership and boards.</li><li>Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.</li><li>Lead audit preparation and regulatory reporting efforts.</li><li>Manage and develop high-performing accounting and finance teams.</li><li>Build strong stakeholder relationships and support business development activities.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-08-07T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • New Orleans, LA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25 - 27 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a team based in New Orleans, Louisiana. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who can manage core financial activities with accuracy, maintain organized records, and contribute to timely month-end processes. The role will focus on general ledger support, reconciliations, transaction review, and financial documentation while working across key accounting functions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.</p><p>• Reconcile general ledger accounts, bank activity, and supporting schedules to identify and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Review banking transactions and account activity to ensure entries are recorded correctly and completely.</p><p>• Support accounts payable processing by verifying documentation, coding expenses, and assisting with payment-related records.</p><p>• Assist with billing activities and monitor open balances to help maintain accurate customer account status.</p><p>• Generate and review aging reports to track outstanding items and support follow-up on overdue balances.</p><p>• Examine bank statements and internal records to confirm consistency across financial data.</p><p>• Use NetSuite and Microsoft Excel to organize accounting information, prepare reports, and analyze account details.</p>
  • 2026-07-29T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • New Orleans, LA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support key accounting operations for a Contract position based in Harahan, Louisiana. This role will play an important part in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring balance sheet accounts are properly reconciled and posting adjusting entries. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entry preparation, and cash reconciliation processes in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger through accurate recording, analysis, and follow-up on account activity</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate support and clear documentation for audit readiness</p><p>• Reconcile balance sheet accounts on a routine basis and investigate discrepancies to resolution</p><p>• Perform bank reconciliations by comparing cash activity to financial records and addressing outstanding items promptly</p><p>• Analyze accounting transactions to identify variances, unusual balances, and areas requiring correction</p><p>• Collaborate with internal partners to gather financial information and support reporting accuracy</p>
  • 2026-07-14T00:00:00Z
Administrative Assistant Finance
  • Metairie, LA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 48000 - 53900 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our Finance team in Metairie, Louisiana. This role will provide essential support to the VP of Finance &amp; Controller as well as the Finance and IT departments, ensuring smooth operations and organizational efficiency. The ideal candidate will excel in administrative tasks, financial assistance, and communication while maintaining high standards of accuracy and professionalism.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Assist the VP of Finance &amp; Controller with organizing Board and Committee meetings, including preparing information packets and updating materials in Diligent Board Books.</p><p>• Draft and circulate meeting minutes for approval by Board and Committee members.</p><p>• Prepare business correspondence, memorandums, reports, and forms with attention to detail.</p><p>• Perform daily bank transfers, monitor account balances, and report updates to relevant stakeholders.</p><p>• Serve as an administrator for the banking platform, ensuring roles and responsibilities are accurately maintained.</p><p>• Maintain and update checkbooks in Excel, ensuring accurate daily records for all companies.</p><p>• Coordinate travel, meetings, and appointments for Finance and IT department staff as required.</p><p>• Print operating checks, ensure proper authorization, and file check registers and copies electronically in a timely manner.</p><p>• Assist with requests from independent auditors and support the preparation of letters for state insurance commissioner filings.</p><p>• Handle mailings for Annual and Quarterly Statements and ensure certified mailing processes are completed accurately.</p><p><br></p><p>For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half 504-383-0743</p>
  • 2026-07-23T00:00:00Z
Bookkeeper
  • Metairie, LA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 24 - 26 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a dependable Bookkeeper to join an on-site team in Metairie, Louisiana. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone with a solid accounting foundation who can contribute quickly and manage day-to-day financial activities with limited ramp-up time. The role supports accounting operations across multiple business entities and requires strong attention to detail, organization, and accuracy.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process payment runs and help ensure vendor disbursements are completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Prepare and record accounts receivable deposits using remote deposit capture tools.</p><p>• Contribute to month-end accounting activities by organizing records and supporting closing tasks.</p><p>• Create journal entries and maintain accurate financial documentation for routine transactions.</p><p>• Track amortization activity and assist with related accounting schedules and reporting.</p><p>• Monitor insurance-related payments to help keep policies current and properly documented.</p><p>• Handle bookkeeping responsibilities across multiple LLCs while maintaining clear separation of financial records.</p><p>• Perform general accounting support as needed to keep daily operations running efficiently.</p>
  • 2026-07-24T00:00:00Z
Financial Planning & Analysis Manager
  • New Orleans, LA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 12000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Financial Planning &amp; Analysis Manager to lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling activities that support sound business decisions in New Orleans, Louisiana. This role partners with leaders across operations, legal, and regulatory functions to translate financial data into clear insights, while maintaining alignment with accounting standards and compliance expectations. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, experience in the utilities industry, and the ability to communicate complex findings to executive stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the annual budgeting cycle by coordinating planning materials, compiling input from multiple departments, and evaluating results against targets.<br>• Build and enhance sophisticated financial models that guide strategic planning, scenario evaluation, and long-range decision support within a regulated utility environment.<br>• Produce forward-looking forecasts using multiple assumptions to assess financial performance, potential risks, and business opportunities.<br>• Analyze operating and financial results to uncover trends, explain variances, and recommend practical actions to senior leadership.<br>• Prepare and deliver management reporting that highlights key metrics, business drivers, and performance insights for executive review.<br>• Partner with teams across the organization, including operations, legal, and regulatory affairs, to ensure financial plans reflect current business priorities and obligations.<br>• Strengthen planning processes by identifying inefficiencies, refining methodologies, and introducing best practices that improve accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Monitor financial planning activities for compliance with applicable regulations, internal standards, and relevant accounting frameworks.<br>• Lead, coach, and develop FP&amp;A staff by setting clear expectations, providing ongoing feedback, and supporting career growth.
  • 2026-08-05T00:00:00Z