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17 results for Hedge Fund Accountant in New Orleans, LA

Staff Accountant

Baton Rouge, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
55000.00 - 65000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support financial operations related to housing programs and tenant accounting in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate payment activity, reconciling financial records, and helping ensure timely billing, collections, and disbursements across multiple housing-related accounts. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, clear communication skills, and the ability to manage high-volume transactions with accuracy. Responsibilities: • Review financial documentation tied to housing assistance payments and validate entries for accounts payable and accounts receivable processing. • Partner with housing program teams to confirm tenant account balances are correct and that billing is completed on schedule. • Respond to questions from staff, landlords, and program participants by gathering account information and clarifying payment or billing details. • Reconcile payment data and coordinate the preparation of a high monthly volume of checks, including additional disbursements needed for adjustments. • Track approved corrections, recoverable funds, and account changes while maintaining organized supporting records. • Prepare and examine journal entry activity, error reports, and payment exceptions to correct discrepancies and support compliance with program guidelines. • Produce recurring financial and program reports, including payment summaries, billing records, adjustment listings, utility-related reports, and check registers. • Post incoming payments from partner housing authorities, monitor receivable balances, investigate variances, and follow up on outstanding amounts. • Review rental account activity across affordable housing properties, process tenant adjustments, and issue monthly rent statements, late notices, and utility charge billings. • Complete monthly trial balance and reconciliation work to support accurate financial reporting and account integrity.
2026-07-30T17:48:47Z

Controller

New Orleans, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead financial operations and deliver accurate, timely reporting for our client who runs a well-established professional services firm in New Orleans, Louisiana. This role will guide core accounting activities, strengthen financial controls, and provide leadership with meaningful analysis to support planning and decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, sound business judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with precision and discretion. Responsibilities:• Lead the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements, ensuring reporting is complete, reliable, and delivered on schedule.• Direct the month-end and year-end close cycle, maintaining the integrity of the general ledger and related financial records.• Build and monitor budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses to help leadership evaluate performance and make informed operational decisions.• Oversee cash management, working capital, billing, receivables, payables, collections, and revenue recognition to support financial stability.• Develop, maintain, and improve internal controls designed to protect assets, reduce risk, and support regulatory and policy compliance.• Prepare supporting analyses, schedules, and presentation materials for executive and committee-level financial reviews.• Supervise the billing specialist and other operational positions by providing training, feedback, and day-to-day leadership that supports growth and accountability.• Manage payroll-related financial oversight, retirement deferral administration, benefits census coordination, and workers’ compensation audit support.• Partner with firm leadership on profitability analysis by service line and location, and contribute financial insight to strategic and operational planning.• Oversee accounting technology initiatives, system-related improvements, and facility management coordination as business needs require The incumbent retired recently and our client is looking to make a direct hire for this opening quickly. If you are looking for a very stable, well run professional services firm to make a career move, our client has a strong base, bonus potential, flexibility outside of core working hours and one day work from home after an intial training period. Please apply directly and call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612 to discuss. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half!
2026-07-17T01:18:41Z

Controller

New Orleans, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Controller to join a well-established organization in New Orleans, Louisiana, where long employee tenure reflects a supportive and collaborative workplace. This role is ideal for someone in accounting who wants to build deep operational knowledge, strengthen financial processes, and grow over time within a respected local business. The position offers the opportunity to contribute hands-on leadership across core accounting activities while helping the team make better use of its financial systems and reporting capabilities. Responsibilities: • Oversee daily accounting operations and ensure financial activities are recorded accurately, completely, and on schedule. • Manage the month-end close process, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and preparation of internal financial statements. • Lead full-cycle accounting responsibilities across the organization, maintaining strong controls and dependable reporting practices. • Identify opportunities to improve workflows, reporting accuracy, and overall system usage to support better financial decision-making. • Partner with operational leaders to understand business performance and provide financial insight that supports ongoing planning. • Help expand the organization’s use of Microsoft Business Central and related reporting tools to improve efficiency and visibility. • Support the implementation and refinement of accounting systems, processes, and documentation as business needs evolve. • Coordinate with external accounting and finance partners on higher-level financial matters, special projects, and technical guidance.
2026-08-05T16:44:06Z

Staff Accountant

Baton Rouge, LA
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Temporary / Contract
33.00 - 35.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This position is ideal for someone who can manage core financial activities with accuracy, maintain organized records, and contribute to reliable month-end reporting. The role requires strong knowledge of accounting fundamentals and hands-on experience working with QuickBooks Online in a structured environment. Responsibilities:• Prepare and post journal entries to ensure financial activity is recorded accurately and on schedule.• Maintain the general ledger by reviewing account activity, reconciling balances, and resolving discrepancies promptly.• Support month-end and periodic close processes by organizing financial data and verifying supporting documentation.• Use QuickBooks Online to manage daily accounting transactions, track account activity, and produce financial information as needed.• Assist with the preparation of tax return documentation by gathering records and coordinating required financial details.• Review accounting records for compliance with established accounting principles and internal reporting standards.• Partner with internal stakeholders to clarify transaction details, improve accuracy, and support ongoing accounting needs.
2026-08-13T19:43:43Z

Intermediate Accountant

Baton Rouge, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
55000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Intermediate Accountant to contribute to the accuracy and integrity of financial operations in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This position is ideal for an accounting specialist with a strong focus on accuracy, analytical judgment, solid technical accounting knowledge, and advanced spreadsheet capabilities. The successful candidate will play a key role in close activities, reporting, reconciliations, and ongoing support for day-to-day finance processes. Responsibilities: • Record accounting activity through well-prepared journal entries and keep general ledger balances current and accurate. • Complete reconciliations on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis to confirm the integrity of balance sheet and related accounts. • Support the production of financial statements and internal reports by organizing data and validating underlying transactions. • Review financial results, identify unusual fluctuations, and research discrepancies to help explain variances. • Participate in month-end and year-end close cycles to ensure deadlines are met and reporting remains reliable. • Prepare supporting schedules and documentation needed for external audits, tax filings, and other compliance-related requests. • Reconcile banking activity, credit card transactions, and other key accounts to maintain accurate records. • Contribute to budgeting and forecasting efforts by compiling financial information and assisting with analysis. • Use advanced Excel tools to interpret data, build useful reporting schedules, and improve accounting workflow efficiency. • Partner with management and cross-functional teams to address accounting questions and support broader business needs.
2026-07-29T15:54:08Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

New Orleand, LA
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Temporary / Contract
23.00 - 25.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a part-time Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day invoice and payment activities for a Contract position based in New Orleans, Louisiana. This role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, reviewing vendor invoices, and helping ensure payments are handled in a timely and organized manner. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working with routine accounting tasks, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Review incoming vendor invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper approval before processing• Assign the correct accounting codes to invoices and enter payment details into the appropriate records• Prepare and support scheduled check runs to help ensure vendors are paid on time• Process a high volume of accounts payable transactions while maintaining strong attention to detail• Reconcile invoice information with purchase documentation and resolve discrepancies as needed• Maintain organized payment files and supporting documentation for audit and recordkeeping purposes• Communicate with internal teams and vendors to address payment questions and follow up on outstanding items
2026-08-14T14:33:40Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Metairie, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join a fast growing team in New Orleans, Louisiana. This position is ideal for someone with a strong background in payables and construction accounting who can manage financial transactions accurately and support day-to-day accounting operations. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced environment while partnering closely with accounting and finance staff. Responsibilities:• Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and ensure payments are completed accurately and on schedule.• Reconcile accounts payable records, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items with internal teams and external vendors.• Maintain organized financial files and update accounting records to support accurate reporting and audit readiness.• Assist with payment runs, including checks, electronic transfers, and other approved disbursement methods.• Collaborate with accounting personnel on general ledger support and related month-end closing activities.• Monitor vendor statements and follow up on unmatched invoices, missing approvals, or billing issues.• Support accounting operations in a construction-focused environment by tracking job-related expenses and coding transactions correctly.
2026-08-13T19:43:43Z

Full Charge Bookkeeper

Kenner, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
55000.00 - 65000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to oversee daily accounting operations and manage the complete financial recordkeeping process for the organization in Kenner, Louisiana. This role is suited to someone who is confident working independently, understands accrual-based accounting, and can produce timely, accurate financial reports. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, sound judgment, and a disciplined approach to maintaining organized and reliable financial data. Responsibilities:• Oversee the company’s bookkeeping activities from initial transaction recording through final ledger accuracy and reporting.• Handle incoming and outgoing financial transactions by managing vendor payments, customer invoicing, and collections activity.• Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and key balance sheet accounts to ensure records are complete and accurate.• Record and review journal entries, including adjustments related to accruals, prepaid expenses, and other month-end accounting activity.• Lead monthly and annual closing procedures and confirm that financial data is finalized within required timelines.• Prepare recurring financial reports such as income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow summaries for leadership review.• Examine financial results to identify inconsistencies, unusual movements, and items requiring correction or follow-up.• Support planning efforts by contributing to budgeting, forecasting, and cash management analysis.• Partner with outside accounting and tax professionals by organizing documentation and responding to audit and tax preparation requests.• Prepare and complete in house payroll for about 30 employees.
2026-07-17T21:08:39Z

Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

New Orleans, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
12000.00 - 160000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Financial Planning & 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. Responsibilities: • Direct the annual budgeting cycle by coordinating planning materials, compiling input from multiple departments, and evaluating results against targets. • Build and enhance sophisticated financial models that guide strategic planning, scenario evaluation, and long-range decision support within a regulated utility environment. • Produce forward-looking forecasts using multiple assumptions to assess financial performance, potential risks, and business opportunities. • Analyze operating and financial results to uncover trends, explain variances, and recommend practical actions to senior leadership. • Prepare and deliver management reporting that highlights key metrics, business drivers, and performance insights for executive review. • Partner with teams across the organization, including operations, legal, and regulatory affairs, to ensure financial plans reflect current business priorities and obligations. • Strengthen planning processes by identifying inefficiencies, refining methodologies, and introducing best practices that improve accuracy and timeliness. • Monitor financial planning activities for compliance with applicable regulations, internal standards, and relevant accounting frameworks. • Lead, coach, and develop FP& A staff by setting clear expectations, providing ongoing feedback, and supporting career growth.
2026-08-05T16:28:47Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Metairie, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
48000.00 - 60000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support daily payment operations and maintain accurate financial records for our team. In this role, you will review invoices, reconcile account activity, and help ensure expenses are recorded and paid correctly. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, communicates clearly, and handles sensitive information with care. Responsibilities: • Enter and review vendor invoices in the accounting system, ensuring timely and accurate processing. • Reconcile payable transactions by checking posted entries against statements, reports, and account balances. • Code invoices to the appropriate expense accounts and record supporting financial details correctly. • Prepare payments such as check requests, garnishments, tax remittances, and employee reimbursements after confirming required approvals. • Review vendor statements regularly and resolve discrepancies by matching transactions and following up as needed. • Support employee expense and advance payments by verifying documentation and preparing payment requests. • Coordinate overnight document or payment shipments to branch locations when required. • Assist with month-end close activities, account analysis, and general administrative tasks such as filing and document copying. • Communicate with vendors, managers, and internal staff clearly while maintaining confidentiality of financial information.
2026-07-31T19:58:58Z

Financial Analyst

Bogalusa, LA
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Temporary / Contract
28.50 - 40.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support finance activities at a manufacturing site, Onsite in Bogalusa, Louisiana. This is a Long-term Contract opportunity for a detail-oriented individual who can turn operational data into clear financial insight, contribute to planning activities, and communicate findings effectively to site leadership. The position works closely with plant and finance partners in a fast-moving environment where sound judgment, strong organization, and confident collaboration are essential. Responsibilities:• Develop and maintain recurring financial and operational reports that help site leadership monitor business performance and key cost drivers.• Evaluate plant results, investigate variances and patterns, and translate findings into practical recommendations for management decision-making.• Support forecasting, annual budgeting, and financial planning activities by gathering inputs, validating assumptions, and preparing analysis for review.• Present financial trends, performance insights, and risk areas to cross-functional leaders in a clear and concise manner.• Assist with month-end responsibilities, including journal entry preparation, reporting support, and review of site-level financial activity.• Partner with the controller and local operations leaders to strengthen reporting processes, improve documentation, and enhance overall efficiency.• Help maintain compliance with accounting policies and internal control standards across daily, weekly, and monthly finance tasks.• Research financial transactions, assess appropriate accounting treatment, and complete ad hoc analysis to support business initiatives and special projects.
2026-07-29T20:38:49Z

Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

Baton Rouge, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to support high-impact business decisions through timely analysis, forecasting, and financial insight. This role is based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-moving engineering environment where leaders rely on clear, accurate reporting. The successful candidate will turn complex data into practical recommendations and help guide planning across multiple business needs. Responsibilities: • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning activities to support operational and strategic objectives. • Build and refine financial models that evaluate performance, test assumptions, and inform leadership decisions. • Deliver recurring and ad hoc analysis for stakeholders who require financial data presented from multiple business perspectives. • Create dashboards and reporting tools in Power BI or Tableau to improve visibility into key financial and operational metrics. • Partner with cross-functional leaders to explain trends, highlight risks, and identify opportunities for improved results. • Prepare executive-level presentations and summaries that translate detailed financial information into actionable insights. • Strengthen reporting processes and introduce more efficient methods for gathering, validating, and analyzing financial data. • Support the development of newly established FP& A practices, frameworks, and performance reporting standards within the function.
2026-08-05T16:28:47Z

Financial Analyst

Bogalusa, LA
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Temporary / Contract
30.00 - 40.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to provide finance support for a manufacturing On Site in Bogalusa, Louisiana. This long-term contract opportunity is suited for someone who can turn plant performance data into clear insights, support planning activities, and communicate findings effectively to site leadership. The role offers broad exposure to operational finance in a fast-moving environment and is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented and comfortable balancing analysis, reporting, and cross-functional partnership. Over time, this position may create a path toward expanded responsibility within a larger regional finance structure. Responsibilities:• Develop and deliver recurring operational and financial reports that help site leaders monitor performance and make informed decisions.• Examine production and cost data to identify patterns, explain variances, and highlight risks or opportunities affecting results.• Prepare forecasts, assist with budget development, and support ongoing financial planning for plant operations.• Present financial trends and business insights to leadership in a concise, actionable manner tailored to operational stakeholders.• Partner with the controller, site leadership, and support teams to evaluate profitability, capital spending, and other business initiatives.• Contribute to month-end activities by preparing journal entries, reviewing financial results, and helping ensure timely close execution.• Support daily plant finance tasks, including data validation, research, and completion of required weekly and monthly reporting.• Strengthen financial processes, documentation, and internal control practices to improve accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.• Review transactions and recommend appropriate accounting treatment in alignment with company policies and established standards.
2026-07-31T18:38:46Z

Accounting Clerk

Hammond, LA
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Temporary / Contract
20.00 - 22.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a part-time Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations for a wholesale distribution business in Hammond, Louisiana. This is a contract position suited for someone who can manage transactional accounting tasks with accuracy, maintain organized records, and contribute to efficient payment and billing processes. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with accounting software, handling high-volume data entry, and coordinating both payables and receivables activities. Responsibilities:• Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and prepare payments in a timely and accurate manner.• Record customer payments, update account balances, and help maintain current and accurate receivables records.• Enter financial and transactional data into QuickBooks and related systems with a high level of precision.• Review invoices for completeness, coding, and approval status before submitting them for processing.• Reconcile accounting entries and assist with resolving discrepancies involving billing, payments, and account activity.• Maintain organized digital and paper financial records to support reporting, audits, and internal review needs.• Communicate with vendors and customers to address invoice questions, payment status updates, and account issues.• Support ongoing accounting operations by assisting with invoice processing workflows and other clerical finance tasks as needed.
2026-08-11T18:49:08Z

Bookkeeper

Jefferson, LA
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Temporary to Hire
25.00 - 27.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a part-time Bookkeeper to join our team in Jefferson, Louisiana. This contract-to-permanent position is ideal for someone who enjoys maintaining accurate financial records, supporting daily accounting activity, and working with a high level of organization. The role will focus on core bookkeeping functions, including transaction processing, account balancing, and financial record upkeep using QuickBooks. Responsibilities:• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping activities and keep financial records current, organized, and accurate.• Process accounts payable transactions, verify supporting documentation, and help ensure vendors are paid on schedule.• Handle accounts receivable tasks, including issuing invoices, tracking incoming payments, and following up on outstanding balances.• Complete regular bank reconciliations by comparing account activity and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.• Maintain and update accounting data in QuickBooks to support reliable reporting and financial visibility.• Review financial entries for accuracy and consistency while identifying issues that require correction or clarification.• Assist with month-end bookkeeping close activities and prepare records needed for internal financial review.
2026-08-13T19:43:43Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Covington, LA
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Temporary to Hire
16.00 - 18.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support daily financial operations for an import/export organization. Located in Covington, Louisiana this contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing a high volume of invoice activity with accuracy. The person in this role will help maintain timely payment processes while working closely with internal teams to keep accounts payable records current and reliable. Responsibilities:• Review incoming invoices, verify supporting documentation, and assign accurate coding before entry into the accounting process.• Process accounts payable transactions in a timely manner to help ensure vendors are paid according to established terms.• Prepare and assist with scheduled check runs, confirming payment details and resolving discrepancies before release.• Maintain organized payment and invoice records so documentation is complete, accessible, and audit-ready.• Communicate with vendors and internal departments to address billing questions, missing information, and payment status updates.• Use Microsoft Excel to track invoice activity, reconcile data, and support reporting related to payables.• Identify and escalate invoice exceptions, duplicate charges, or coding concerns to help protect accuracy in financial records.
2026-07-22T20:04:48Z

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Baton Rouge, LA
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Temporary to Hire
22.00 - 24.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join a team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana in a Contract to Permanent capacity. This position focuses on supporting the full receivables cycle, including invoicing, payment posting, account follow-up, and commercial collections. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, solid Excel skills, and the ability to manage customer accounts accurately while maintaining timely cash flow. Responsibilities: • Manage daily accounts receivable activities by preparing invoices, monitoring open balances, and keeping account records current and accurate. • Apply incoming payments promptly and reconcile cash receipts to customer accounts to ensure proper posting and reporting. • Follow up with commercial clients on past-due balances through consistent collection efforts that support timely resolution. • Research billing discrepancies, payment variances, and short-paid invoices, then coordinate with internal teams to resolve issues efficiently. • Review aging reports regularly and take action to reduce outstanding receivables and improve collection performance. • Maintain detailed documentation of account activity, correspondence, and payment status for audit readiness and internal visibility. • Use Microsoft Excel to track receivable trends, organize account data, and support reporting needs. • Work within NetSuite to process receivables transactions, update customer records, and assist with system-based account maintenance.
2026-08-05T16:44:06Z