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23 results for Internal Audit in New Orleans, LA

Global Finance Lead

New Orleans, LA
remote
Permanent / Full Time
150000.00 - 200000.00 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities: • Serve as the primary finance partner to senior client leadership, providing insight that supports business decisions and long-term planning. • Direct the daily operations of the finance function, setting priorities for the team and ensuring accurate, timely delivery of accounting and reporting activities. • Develop and oversee annual budgets, rolling forecasts, cash flow projections, and financial models to support portfolio performance. • Monitor financial results, evaluate variances, and highlight risks and opportunities that may affect budget or forecast outcomes. • Maintain strong governance over ledgers, accounting workflows, and internal controls to support compliance and reliable financial reporting. • Coordinate expense reporting, cash oversight, and disbursement activity while ensuring appropriate treatment of operating costs and related tax considerations. • Prepare consolidated monthly profit and loss statements, balance sheet reporting, and other internal financial summaries for management review. • Partner with regional accounting leadership to align financial practices with established service standards and client expectations. • Lead communication across regional finance teams through regular meetings, sharing updates, resolving issues, and promoting consistent execution. • Support team capability building by participating in training initiatives, sharing best practices, and driving ongoing process improvement.
2026-06-12T03:03:47Z

VP/Director of Finance

Metairie, LA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
120000.00 - 165000.00 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities: • Direct the organization’s finance and accounting functions, ensuring accurate reporting, sound fiscal management, and strong operational oversight. • Collaborate with executive leadership to shape financial plans that advance long-term stability, organizational growth, and mission-focused outcomes. • Evaluate financial results across departments, programs, and geographic areas to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement. • Lead the annual budgeting cycle, forecasting activities, audit readiness efforts, and ongoing financial analysis to support informed decision-making. • Build and refine reporting tools that provide visibility into revenue, expenditures, labor costs, cash position, and overall business performance. • Oversee technology-related coordination by working with system providers and internal stakeholders to improve financial and administrative workflows. • Partner with teams across operations, human resources, billing, quality, and program leadership to strengthen compliance, communication, and accountability. • Guide managers and regional leaders on financial expectations, purchasing practices, reporting standards, and administrative procedures. • Serve as a primary point of contact for auditors, banking partners, consultants, vendors, funders, and other external financial stakeholders.
2026-06-26T15:18:38Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Robert, LA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
23.00 - 25.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a growing international construction company in Robert, Louisiana. This contract to permanent opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who enjoys managing invoice workflows, supporting financial accuracy, and working closely with internal stakeholders. The person in this role will contribute to the efficiency of the finance team while building a strong foundation for long-term career growth. Responsibilities:• Support the day-to-day administrative and clerical operations of the accounts payable and finance function.• Review invoices for accuracy, assign appropriate coding, and prepare documents for timely entry and payment processing.• Reconcile accounts payable activity with the general ledger and help maintain accurate subledger records.• Process employee expense submissions and assist in resolving payment discrepancies or vendor-related questions.• Prepare, verify, and distribute checks, including handling time-sensitive payments when needed.• Manage incoming department mail and organize financial documents such as invoices, checks, and supporting records for retention and audit readiness.• Respond to inquiries from internal teams and provide assistance during internal or external audit requests.• Contribute to special assignments and process improvement efforts as directed by the Accounting Manager.
2026-07-02T17:30:09Z

Director of Accounting

Baton Rouge, LA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
130000.00 - 180000.00 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is seeking an dynamic accounting leader to oversee financial reporting, technical accounting, and close operations for a fast growing organization in Baton Rouge. This role will guide a team of accounting professionals, strengthen reporting accuracy, and support the business through sound accounting insight and cross-functional partnership. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with practical leadership and a commitment to improving processes, controls, and team performance. This direct hire role offers a competitive compensation, bonus structure, and benefits plan, hybrid work schedule and opportunities for continued career growth! Responsibilities:• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycle, ensuring deadlines are met and financial results are accurate and well supported.• Supervise, coach, and develop accounting staff while creating a high-accountability environment focused on growth and collaboration.• Review key accounting deliverables such as journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analyses to maintain reporting quality.• Interpret complex accounting matters, document conclusions in formal memos, and advise the business on the application of relevant accounting standards.• Establish and monitor internal controls over financial reporting, identify weaknesses, and implement corrective actions where needed.• Work closely with finance and operational leaders to provide accounting guidance on contracts, transactions, and business initiatives.• Drive improvements in accounting workflows by introducing best practices, automation, and more efficient procedures.• Lead or contribute to system implementation efforts and broader process enhancement initiatives that support scale and operational effectiveness.
2026-06-26T02:28:41Z

Staff Accountant

Baton Rouge, LA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support our client's financial activities of a laboratory medical practice in Baton Rouge. This role partners closely with the Controller to maintain reliable accounting records, contribute to timely financial reporting, and help keep daily transactions running smoothly. The position also provides support across payables, invoicing, month-end processes, and selected payroll activities while upholding healthcare accounting and compliance standards. Responsibilities:• Maintain accurate financial records by posting journal entries, updating the general ledger, and documenting routine accounting activity.• Support accounts payable and billing functions by reviewing invoices, processing payments, and helping monitor incoming receivables.• Assist with month-end close tasks, including account reconciliations, variance review, and preparation of supporting schedules.• Contribute to financial reporting and budgeting efforts by compiling data, organizing documentation, and preparing recurring reports for leadership review.• Help ensure audit readiness and regulatory compliance by maintaining complete records and following established healthcare accounting procedures.• Perform manual data entry and reconciliation work to verify transaction accuracy and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.• Provide backup assistance for payroll-related activities in coordination with the Human Resources Manager when needed.• Work closely with the Controller on day-to-day accounting operations and special projects that support the practice’s financial management.
2026-06-23T14:43:47Z

Controller

Westwego, LA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000.00 - 130000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations and provide dependable financial insight for leadership in Westwego, Louisiana. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate reporting, strengthening internal processes, and guiding the team through monthly and year-end financial activities. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, sound technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to support both day-to-day execution and long-term financial planning. Responsibilities: • Oversee daily accounting activities to ensure financial records are completed accurately and reporting deadlines are consistently achieved. • Manage positive pay activity and related cash control processes to support secure and timely transaction handling. • Review departmental workflows, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement more efficient practices while preserving a high standard of accuracy. • Prepare and deliver financial analyses, management reports, and ad hoc updates requested by senior leadership. • Direct the general ledger function, including oversight of month-end and year-end close activities and coordination of audit readiness efforts. • Partner with internal stakeholders and the parent organization on recurring financial reporting, planning initiatives, and broader business support needs. • Develop and introduce process enhancements, tools, and department procedures that improve productivity and reporting effectiveness. • Lead, coach, and support accounting staff through training, performance feedback, annual goal setting, and resolution of employee relations matters within the department. • Contribute to system or process implementation efforts when needed, ensuring accounting requirements are addressed and operational continuity is maintained.
2026-06-24T17:38:40Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Covington, LA
onsite
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.
2026-06-15T16:13:47Z

Staff Accountant

New Orleans, LA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
27.00 - 29.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a part-time Staff Accountant to support a healthcare organization in New Orleans, Louisiana through a long-term contract assignment. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys owning core close activities, strengthening financial accuracy, and contributing to management reporting in a fast-paced environment. The position works closely with accounting leadership on reconciliations, financial statement support, compliance activities, and process-focused accounting operations. Responsibilities:• Create and post journal entries across key accounts while ensuring supporting documentation is complete and accurate.• Reconcile general ledger accounts such as cash, prepaid expenses, payroll, and intercompany balances to maintain reliable financial records.• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles by preparing workbooks, reviewing account activity, and resolving variances on schedule.• Develop management reporting analyses for balance sheet and income statement activity to help leadership understand financial performance.• Maintain fixed asset records, calculate depreciation, and track lease-related schedules and recurring payment obligations.• Assist with internal control and compliance activities by following established accounting procedures and supporting audit readiness.• Prepare financial statement support, cash flow information, budgets, and other reporting packages required by internal stakeholders.• Contribute to special projects and ad hoc analysis, including department initiatives and process improvements related to accounting operations.
2026-06-26T15:03:58Z

Staff Accountant

New Orleans, LA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
25.00 - 27.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a growing organization in New Orleans, Louisiana in a short-term contract to permanent capacity. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys working across the close process, financial reporting, and reconciliations while partnering with leadership on accurate and timely reporting. The position offers broad exposure to general ledger activity, fixed assets, compliance support, and special projects in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Record and review journal entries across key accounts such as cash, prepaid expenses, payroll, and other general ledger activity.• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles by preparing reconciliations, close schedules, and related reporting documents.• Produce balance sheet and income statement analyses to help management evaluate financial performance and reporting accuracy.• Manage fixed asset records, depreciation calculations, and lease or recurring payment schedules to maintain complete accounting support.• Reconcile intercompany activity and investigate variances to ensure transactions are properly documented and resolved.• Contribute to internal control compliance by helping maintain accounting procedures and supporting audit readiness for periodic reviews.• Prepare financial statements, cash flow forecasts, budgets, and other ad hoc reports requested by leadership.• Take part in department initiatives and special assignments aimed at improving reporting quality and accounting operations.
2026-07-02T17:30:09Z

Sr. Accountant

Metairie, LA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities: • Record and post recurring and non-recurring journal entries each month to maintain accurate financial records across assigned entities. • Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules, ensuring results are complete, timely, and ready for internal review. • Review balance sheet activity and perform account analysis to confirm accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and support period-end close. • Complete a variety of reconciliations, including general ledger and bank-related accounts, and investigate outstanding items as needed. • Organize and upload monthly accounting documentation, including work papers, financial reports, and manual entries, into the designated document management system. • Compile workers' compensation reporting data and submit required information for insurance-related coverage and audit support. • Produce quarterly and annual insurance company statements in accordance with reporting deadlines and filing requirements. • Prepare consolidated annual reporting packages and coordinate required submissions for external rating and regulatory organizations. • Assist with additional accounting assignments and ad hoc reporting needs to support the finance team.
2026-06-12T03:03:47Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Metairie, LA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
25.00 - 27.00 USD / Hourly
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. Responsibilities:• Manage clerical and administrative activities that support the accounts payable and finance function on a daily basis.• Review invoices for accuracy, assign appropriate coding, and prepare batches for timely entry and payment processing.• Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, vendor questions, and other accounts payable issues with care and urgency.• Process employee expense submissions and maintain complete documentation for approvals and reimbursement tracking.• Reconcile accounts payable subledger activity to the general ledger and help maintain accurate financial records.• Prepare, verify, and distribute check payments and assist with ACH-related transactions, including requests requiring expedited handling.• Receive, organize, and route incoming department mail, then file and maintain invoices, checks, and related financial documents.• Support audit requests and contribute to special assignments and process-related tasks as needed by the accounting team.
2026-06-12T13:53:42Z

Accounting Manager

Boutte, LA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
68000.00 - 80000.00 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities:• Lead daily accounting activities, including financial recordkeeping, reporting, and oversight of internal control practices.• Manage payroll on a bi-weekly schedule, ensuring employee pay, deductions, garnishments, direct deposit updates, and status changes are processed accurately.• Review bank activity, monitor incoming payments, and support accounts receivable handling to maintain strong cash management.• Reconcile general ledger accounts, insurance-related balances, credit card statements, and other financial records to confirm accuracy and resolve discrepancies.• Process vendor invoices promptly, maintain supporting documentation, and help ensure expenditures are coded correctly and aligned with departmental budgets.• Coordinate payroll setup for new employees and apply employee compensation updates in the payroll system in partnership with Human Resources.• Prepare financial reports, month-end documentation, and other accounting summaries needed for leadership review and audit support.• Track payroll-related items such as overtime, mileage, vacation usage, benefit withholdings, and accrual balances to support policy compliance.• Maintain organized accounting files, oversee petty cash activity, and distribute financial documents or payments as needed.• Participate in leadership and department meetings while helping address operational or financial issues as they arise.
2026-06-19T19:53:47Z

Senior Tax Analyst

New Orleans, LA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000.00 - 130000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented tax specialist to support corporate tax accounting and compliance activities in office in the CBD of New Orleans. The role is in office daily and only local candidates or those is a daily commute location of New Orleans will be considered. This role contributes to the accurate preparation, reporting, and payment of state and local tax obligations across multiple jurisdictions while helping maintain adherence to regulatory requirements. The position is well suited for someone with a strong accounting foundation, solid analytical skills, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Develop and maintain tax accrual calculations, supporting schedules, and related journal entry documentation for assigned obligations.• Prepare and submit state and local tax returns, including sales and use tax filings, with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.• Assist with property tax reporting by gathering data, organizing records, and supporting compliance submissions.• Respond to audit activity and regulatory inquiries by compiling requested information and coordinating documentation.• Reconcile tax accounts and contribute to month-end and period-end close activities tied to tax reporting.• Track filing calendars, payment due dates, and required records to help ensure ongoing compliance across jurisdictions.• Identify opportunities to strengthen tax processes, improve documentation practices, and support internal control activities.• Provide additional tax and accounting support as business needs evolve. This is a great opportunity with a fast growing company with a hard-working and dedicated team who take care of each other. If you have a 4 year accounting degree and/or are a CPA or CPA candidate with 3+ years of sales and use, property and/or franchise tax preparation, filing and research experience, please apply directly and call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half!
2026-06-22T14:28:46Z

Sr Payroll Specialist

New Orleans, LA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
29.45 - 34.10 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr Payroll Specialist to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a large employee population in Louisiana. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for a payroll specialist who brings strong technical expertise, sound judgment, and a service-focused approach to resolving complex pay issues. The role supports compliance with federal, state, and local payroll requirements while helping maintain efficient payroll processes and providing day-to-day guidance to less experienced team members. Responsibilities: • Administer bi-weekly and monthly payroll cycles from start to finish, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on schedule. • Maintain payroll records, audit transactions, and review earnings, deductions, and tax withholdings for accuracy and compliance. • Interpret and apply payroll laws and regulations across multiple jurisdictions to support compliant payroll processing. • Investigate escalated payroll discrepancies and resolve non-routine issues through detailed analysis and practical solutions. • Serve as a subject matter resource for payroll questions, offering support and direction to entry-level payroll staff as needed. • Partner with employees and internal stakeholders to address payroll concerns with responsiveness and clarity. • Support ongoing improvements to payroll procedures and controls by identifying best practices and recommending process enhancements. • Work within ADP Workforce Now and related payroll systems to manage payroll data efficiently for a workforce of 500 or more employees.
2026-06-26T18:33:55Z

Senior Accountant

New Orleans, LA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a finance team in New Orleans, Louisiana. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, strengthening reporting processes, and delivering insights that help guide business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, close-process experience, and the ability to collaborate effectively across the organization. Responsibilities:• Manage the preparation and review of journal entries, reconciliations, and recurring accounting activities to ensure accurate financial reporting.• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles, keeping deliverables on schedule and resolving issues efficiently.• Evaluate financial results and operating patterns to identify meaningful trends and support informed planning decisions.• Produce financial statements and related reports in accordance with company standards and established accounting guidelines.• Partner with finance leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and variance reviews to explain performance against expectations.• Work directly with external auditors by organizing schedules, answering questions, and supplying requested documentation.• Maintain and enhance internal control practices while identifying opportunities to improve accounting workflows and accuracy.• Provide day-to-day guidance to less experienced accounting team members and encourage sound accounting practices across the department. For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half. 504-383-0743
2026-06-22T18:38:45Z

Full Charge Bookkeeper

Hammond, LA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
55000.00 - 60000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Full Charge Bookkeeper to support our client in Metairie. This position plays a central role in keeping accounting records accurate, payroll on schedule, and billing activity organized across multiple functions. The ideal candidate brings strong bookkeeping expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate professionally while handling confidential financial information. Responsibilities:• Manage the complete accounts payable cycle by reviewing invoices, assigning proper expense coding, confirming approvals, and issuing payments within required timelines.• Process payroll, validating time records, applying deductions accurately, and helping ensure compliance with applicable policies and regulations.• Create and distribute client billing in line with established guidelines, while reviewing invoices for accuracy and completeness before release.• Maintain trust accounting records with careful attention to compliance, documentation standards, and accurate transaction tracking.• Reconcile and assign client-related expenses to support precise billing, reporting, and financial recordkeeping.• Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities by preparing records, supporting reconciliations, and assisting with reporting needs.• Follow up on open payables, billing questions, and vendor matters by coordinating with internal team members and external contacts as needed.• Organize accounting files and supporting documentation to meet company policies and applicable legal record retention requirements.• Oversee purchasing and inventory levels for office and kitchen supplies, balancing availability with cost-conscious ordering practices.• Provide backup front-desk and switchboard coverage during scheduled staff absences and assist with audits, special projects, and other assigned accounting or administrative tasks.
2026-06-22T16:48:43Z

Staff Accountant

New Orleans, LA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
27.00 - 29.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a finance team in New Orleans, Louisiana in a contract-to-permanent role. This position supports grant and contract accounting activities by managing billing, tracking receivables, and helping ensure compliance with funding requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with both internal stakeholders and external funding guidelines. Responsibilities: • Establish new grant and contract accounts and develop supporting budgets, including applicable indirect cost calculations. • Evaluate purchasing and payment-related documentation, such as requisitions, transfers, travel submissions, and disbursement requests, to ensure accuracy and compliance. • Examine award records and update account details when changes to funding terms or project information are required. • Partner with principal investigators and departmental staff to provide accounting support and maintain effective working relationships. • Generate timely and precise invoices in accordance with sponsor agreements and contract billing requirements. • Maintain organized billing records and keep invoice tracking data current and accurate. • Review outstanding balances, monitor aging activity, and pursue collection efforts for receivables exceeding 60 days past due. • Prepare financial reports for leadership that summarize grant and contract activity and support informed decision-making. • Collaborate with team members on cross-training efforts, assist with onboarding new staff, and contribute to process and policy improvements as needed.
2026-07-02T17:30:09Z

Sr. Accountant

New Orleans, LA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000.00 - 80000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support the financial operations of a real estate and property organization in New Orleans, Louisiana. This position plays a central role in maintaining accurate financial records, producing meaningful reporting, and guiding day-to-day accounting activities across core processes. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to oversee detailed financial work while supporting a high standard of accuracy and compliance. Responsibilities: • Lead the review and processing of invoices before entry into the accounting system, ensuring coding accuracy, complete documentation, and proper record retention for coordination with property management. • Maintain the company’s financial records by validating transactions, assigning entries correctly, and overseeing postings to journals, ledgers, and supporting accounting files. • Prepare and review expense documentation and variance-related materials, confirming accuracy, policy compliance, and completion of required approvals before submission. • Generate financial reports and analytical summaries covering areas such as cash activity, payables, receivables, and profit and loss to support operational decision-making. • Keep ledgers, reconciliations, and accounting reports current, organized, and accurately summarized for internal review and ongoing financial oversight. • Provide day-to-day guidance and supervision to Accountants and Accounting Coordinators, helping ensure quality, timeliness, and consistency across accounting activities. • Support accounts payable or accounts receivable functions as needed, including billing, cash application, budgeting support, vendor documentation, payroll-related records, and other assigned administrative tasks. • Oversee additional accounting, reporting, and recordkeeping responsibilities as assigned to meet departmental and business needs.
2026-06-11T18:44:10Z

Accounting Specialist

Jefferson, LA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
50000.00 - 60000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support accounts receivable operations and help maintain accurate financial records for the Jefferson, Louisiana location. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable working with billing, cash application, and account research while using accounting systems to keep transactions organized and up to date. The successful candidate will bring strong attention to detail, sound accounting knowledge, and the ability to communicate clearly across routine financial processes. Responsibilities:• Manage monthly invoicing activities and help ensure customer billing is completed accurately and on schedule.• Review financial entries, supporting records, and coded transactions to confirm correctness, completeness, and proper account assignment.• Investigate incoming cash receipts and record payments accurately within the accounting system, including Great Plains and related tools.• Identify unapplied or unmatched payments, research discrepancies, and resolve outstanding cash posting issues promptly.• Use business software such as Microsoft Dynamics, Excel, and Word to maintain records, analyze account activity, and complete daily accounting tasks.• Monitor receivables activity by supporting collections follow-up, payment tracking, and aging-related account review.• Assist with additional accounting and administrative duties as needed to support the broader finance team. Our client is growing and has excellent tenure among their team and a great reputation for taking care of their employees. If you have 3+ years of hands on billing, inovicing, data entry and cash allocation along with a strong understanding of accounting principles, please apply directly and call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612 to discuss. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half!
2026-07-02T22:04:14Z

Tax Accountant

Baton Rouge, LA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Tax Accountant to join a CPA firm in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This position offers the opportunity to manage a broad range of corporate tax work, advise clients on complex tax matters, and contribute to high-quality financial reporting. The role is well suited for someone who brings strong technical tax knowledge, sound judgment, and a client-focused approach. You will also play an important part in supporting staff development and strengthening day-to-day tax processes. Responsibilities:• Prepare and review corporate tax returns and related filings to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable regulations.• Analyze financial records and compile supporting schedules used in the preparation of tax provisions and financial statements.• Research complex tax issues and translate findings into practical recommendations for clients and internal stakeholders.• Advise clients on tax planning opportunities designed to improve compliance outcomes and support broader business objectives.• Manage client engagements from initial planning through final delivery while maintaining clear communication and strong service standards.• Provide guidance and oversight to entry-level team members by reviewing work, answering technical questions, and encouraging career growth.• Monitor changes in tax laws and accounting guidance to help maintain current, effective practices across engagements.• Contribute to process improvements within the tax function to enhance efficiency, consistency, and overall quality of deliverables. For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half. 504-383-0743
2026-07-03T07:44:10Z

Staff Accountant

Baton Rouge, LA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
55000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for an insurance organization in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing routine accounting entries and reconciliations, and assisting with monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting activities. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in general ledger accounting, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision. Responsibilities: • Record and post month-end journal entries such as accruals, recurring adjustments, and premium-related transactions to keep the general ledger current and accurate. • Match premium accounts receivable activity to incoming cash on a daily basis and prepare any required correcting or supporting entries. • Complete daily cash position reconciliations and help monitor the accuracy of cash activity across accounts. • Perform monthly bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure timely resolution. • Calculate and prepare agent commission support, including logs and statements, for monthly and quarterly payment cycles. • Reconcile claims payment balances each month and verify supporting records are aligned with accounting data. • Prepare premium tax filings for state and municipal jurisdictions in accordance with reporting deadlines. • Track outstanding stale-dated checks, communicate with payees as needed, and complete unclaimed property reporting documentation for applicable states. • Maintain fixed asset and depreciation schedules, review contribution classifications, and assist with month-end close, financial reporting, data submissions, audits, and other accounting projects as assigned.
2026-06-26T20:38:42Z

Junior Accountant

Elmwood, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000.00 - 68000.00 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is looking for an Accounting Analyst to support daily financial operations for a distribution company in Metairie. This position is well suited for an early-career accounting team member who enjoys working with transactional data, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to a reliable month-end close process. The role offers hands-on exposure to all accounting aspects while building experience with accounting systems and spreadsheet-based analysis. Responsibilities:• Record and classify routine financial transactions with accuracy, ensuring entries are coded to the appropriate accounts.• Assist with accounts payable activities, including reviewing invoices, preparing payment support, and maintaining organized documentation.• Support accounts receivable processes by tracking incoming payments, applying cash receipts, and following up on outstanding balances as needed.• Perform regular account reconciliations to identify discrepancies, research variances, and help keep the general ledger current.• Update and maintain accounting information within Dynamics NAV and related software tools used by the finance team.• Prepare spreadsheets, reports, and supporting schedules in Microsoft Excel to assist with daily accounting tasks and period-end reviews.• Organize digital financial files and use Adobe Acrobat to review, compile, and manage accounting documents.• Contribute to process-related system updates or workflow changes within the accounting function when assigned by management.
2026-07-02T17:30:09Z

Staff Accountant

Baton Rouge, LA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
50000.00 - 55000.00 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities: • Produce monthly financial statements for assigned properties with a strong focus on accuracy and timely completion. • Complete recurring month-end accounting activities by following established close procedures and maintaining required supporting schedules. • Reconcile bank accounts, investigate variances, and prepare documentation that supports account balances and financial reporting. • Record journal entries, including monthly rent-related activity, and ensure each entry is backed by appropriate support. • Review property-level transactions such as tenant charges, cash receipts, and vendor invoices to confirm data has been entered correctly. • Work with Regional Property Managers and property owners to address accounting questions, resolve outstanding items, and finalize reporting packages. • Process payments related to owner distributions, management fees, mortgages, taxes, insurance, and other recurring obligations in a timely manner. • Respond to review comments from senior accounting staff, perform needed reclasses or corrections, and assist with special projects and other accounting duties as assigned.
2026-06-15T14:24:06Z