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 experienced Sr. Accountant to join a collaborative team in Metairie, Louisiana. This role is well suited for an accounting specialist who can interpret financial results, communicate insights clearly, and support accurate month-end reporting. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in reconciliation and journal entry work, along with experience gained in public accounting or a large accounting firm environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead key activities within the monthly close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining proper supporting documentation and audit-ready records</p><p>• Perform detailed account reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies efficiently</p><p>• Analyze financial data and explain results to stakeholders in a clear and business-focused manner</p><p>• Partner with internal teams to improve accuracy, strengthen controls, and support ongoing accounting operations</p><p>• Assist with the preparation of reports, schedules, and documentation required for internal review and external audit needs</p><p><br></p><p>If you are a CPA or CPA candidate with 3+ years of public accounting (Big 4 is a big plus!) and/or medium to large corporate accounting experience, this could be a great opportunity for you! Please apply and call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612 to discuss. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half!</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support the financial activities of a laboratory medical practice in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain accurate financial records by posting journal entries, updating the general ledger, and documenting routine accounting activity.<br>• Support accounts payable and billing functions by reviewing invoices, processing payments, and helping monitor incoming receivables.<br>• Assist with month-end close tasks, including account reconciliations, variance review, and preparation of supporting schedules.<br>• Contribute to financial reporting and budgeting efforts by compiling data, organizing documentation, and preparing recurring reports for leadership review.<br>• Help ensure audit readiness and regulatory compliance by maintaining complete records and following established healthcare accounting procedures.<br>• Perform manual data entry and reconciliation work to verify transaction accuracy and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Provide backup assistance for payroll-related activities in coordination with the Human Resources Manager when needed.<br>• Work closely with the Controller on day-to-day accounting operations and special projects that support the practice’s financial management.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Statutory Accountant to strengthen financial reporting operations and support a growing organization in River Ridge, Louisiana. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate books, preparing statutory reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively across reporting cycles and cross-functional teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee general ledger activity by reviewing transactions, posting entries, and resolving discrepancies to keep financial records accurate and complete.</p><p>• Produce financial statements and supporting analyses by evaluating account activity, identifying trends, and summarizing key reporting data.</p><p>• Prepare and monitor balance sheet and income statement reporting to support statutory accounting requirements and leadership review.</p><p>• Record and organize accounting activity with clear documentation that supports audit readiness and internal transparency.</p><p>• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end statutory close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting deliverables.</p><p>• Compile schedules and financial information needed by external tax advisors and auditors during review and filing cycles.</p><p>• Apply financial controls, accounting policies, and regulatory standards to maintain compliance across all reporting activities.</p><p>• Assist with reconciliations across cash, balance sheet, and other key accounts to verify completeness and accuracy of reported results.</p><p><br></p><p>For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half. 504-383-0743</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Staff or Senior Accountant ready to take ownership of a essential process to join a transport organization in Covington, Louisiana. This role supports financial accuracy, operational oversight, and regulatory compliance while helping maintain strong controls across accounting activities. The ideal candidate brings solid technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to contribute to both day-to-day processes and month-end reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Safeguard company resources by evaluating accounting controls, identifying risks, and helping ensure financial records remain accurate and complete.</p><p>• Oversee core accounting activities and support departmental operations, including transaction workflows, internal controls, and adherence to established procedures.</p><p>• Track daily cash balances and coordinate cash management activities to help maintain adequate liquidity for business operations.</p><p>• Prepare or support the completion of tax filings, including income, sales, property, and state-related returns, with attention to accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Partner with leadership on month-end close tasks such as reconciliations, financial statement review, forecasting support, budget tracking, and fixed asset accounting.</p><p>• Monitor business practices for compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies, and raise concerns when corrective action is needed.</p><p>• Evaluate credit requests and recommend or approve appropriate credit limits based on company guidelines and financial considerations.</p><p>• Assist with audit readiness by compiling schedules, preparing requested documentation, and supporting reporting needs during audit and risk review activities.</p><p>• Provide guidance to assigned team members, including coaching, training support, scheduling input, and performance feedback when needed.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a great opportunity for someone at the Staff or Senior accountant level who want to manage an important process that bridges the accounting and analyis team directly to the operational needs and suppport of the division. This role is ideal for someone who likes frequent requests for a variety of information and enjoys data mining the system to produce ad hoc reports that allows the decision makers to plan the best path for their team. Please apply directly and call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half!</p>
<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>
<p>We are looking for a Grant Accountant to support accurate financial oversight and reporting for grant-funded activities in New Orleans, Louisiana. This position plays a key role in maintaining compliance with federal funding requirements, preparing reliable accounting records, and partnering with internal teams to ensure grant resources are managed responsibly. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, sound communication skills, and hands-on experience working with grant and general ledger processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the financial accounting for awarded grants, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and align with applicable funding terms and restrictions.</p><p>• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger activity to maintain complete and reliable grant-related financial records.</p><p>• Develop and submit financial reports for federal or other grantors in accordance with reporting deadlines and regulatory standards.</p><p>• Monitor grant budgets and expenditures, identify variances, and work with stakeholders to support proper use of funds.</p><p>• Interpret and apply Uniform Guidance and other relevant compliance requirements to strengthen financial controls over sponsored funds.</p><p>• Assist with audits, documentation requests, and internal reviews by organizing grant records and explaining accounting activity clearly.</p><p>• Collaborate with departments and program leaders to provide financial insight on grant spending, allowable costs, and reporting expectations.</p><p>• Utilize Banner or a comparable enterprise accounting system to track grant activity and support accurate financial administration.</p><p><br></p><p>For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half 504-383-0743</p>
<p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Record and review journal entries across key accounts such as cash, prepaid expenses, payroll, and other general ledger activity.</p><p>• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles by preparing reconciliations, close schedules, and related reporting documents.</p><p>• Produce balance sheet and income statement analyses to help management evaluate financial performance and reporting accuracy.</p><p>• Manage fixed asset records, depreciation calculations, and lease or recurring payment schedules to maintain complete accounting support.</p><p>• Reconcile intercompany activity and investigate variances to ensure transactions are properly documented and resolved.</p><p>• Contribute to internal control compliance by helping maintain accounting procedures and supporting audit readiness for periodic reviews.</p><p>• Prepare financial statements, cash flow forecasts, budgets, and other ad hoc reports requested by leadership.</p><p>• Take part in department initiatives and special assignments aimed at improving reporting quality and accounting operations.</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>
<p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the preparation and review of journal entries, reconciliations, and recurring accounting activities to ensure accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles, keeping deliverables on schedule and resolving issues efficiently.</p><p>• Evaluate financial results and operating patterns to identify meaningful trends and support informed planning decisions.</p><p>• Produce financial statements and related reports in accordance with company standards and established accounting guidelines.</p><p>• Partner with finance leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and variance reviews to explain performance against expectations.</p><p>• Work directly with external auditors by organizing schedules, answering questions, and supplying requested documentation.</p><p>• Maintain and enhance internal control practices while identifying opportunities to improve accounting workflows and accuracy.</p><p>• Provide day-to-day guidance to less experienced accounting team members and encourage sound accounting practices across the department.</p><p><br></p><p>For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half. 504-383-0743</p>
<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>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Full Charge Bookkeeper to manage the complete accounting cycle for a portfolio of properties in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, producing timely reports, and supporting compliance with property management and accounting standards. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on bookkeeping experience, sound judgment, and the ability to coordinate effectively with property managers, owners, and vendors.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee daily accounting activities across multiple properties, including payables, receivables, general ledger entries, and account reconciliations.<br>• Administer tenant-related financial transactions such as rent receipts, bill-backs, security deposit tracking, and owner payout processing.<br>• Prepare recurring financial reports that reflect each property's performance, including statements of income, balance sheet activity, and cash movement.<br>• Reconcile trust and operating accounts to confirm accuracy and adherence to applicable state requirements and company policies.<br>• Review property accounting records, rent-related reports, and owner summaries to identify discrepancies and resolve issues promptly.<br>• Lead monthly and annual closing tasks and provide documentation needed for audits, tax support, and external review processes.<br>• Coordinate vendor disbursements, year-end 1099 preparation, and selected payroll-related reporting when required.<br>• Monitor budgets and spending patterns while assisting with financial projections for managed assets.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders and third parties to answer accounting questions and maintain the confidentiality of sensitive financial information.
<p>We are looking for an Administrative Accountant to join our well-established coporate office supporting our manufacturing organization. This role is ideal for an multi-tasking administrative professional who can answer phones and manage core ledger activities, support timely accounts payable, and bring strong analytical insight to day-to-day operations. The position offers the opportunity to work across key accounting functions while partnering effectively with colleagues throughout the business.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee general ledger activities and accounts payable while supporting multiple office functions.</p><p>• Suppport controller with month-end close tasks, ensuring reporting deadlines are met with accuracy and consistency.</p><p>• Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet accounts, bank accounts, payroll, and accounts payable transactions.</p><p>• Support accounts receivable and accounts payable processes by verifying entries and ensuring proper alignment with ledger balances.</p><p>• Use advanced Excel tools, including lookup formulas and pivot tables, to organize data, perform analysis, and improve reporting efficiency.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members and cross-functional stakeholders to provide operational information and address accounting-related questions.</p><p>• Contribute to process improvements within accounting operations while maintaining compliance with internal standards and reporting requirements.</p><p><br></p><p>If you have a strong work ethic, are extremely organized and a great multi-tasker, this could be a great opportunity for you! Please apply and call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612 to discuss. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half!</p>
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join a collaborative team in Louisiana in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist with strong experience who communicates effectively, works well across departments, and brings a proactive approach to financial operations. The position will support day-to-day accounting activities, maintain accurate records, and contribute to timely reporting and month-end close efforts.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Build and refine accounting processes that support accurate financial tracking, including the setup and maintenance of account structures and standard procedures.<br>• Review daily financial activity, assign transactions appropriately, and post entries with a high degree of accuracy.<br>• Reconcile account balances and investigate discrepancies to ensure the integrity of financial data.<br>• Oversee the general ledger and keep records current, complete, and properly organized.<br>• Prepare and preserve supporting documentation so historical financial information is easy to access and audit-ready.<br>• Produce financial statements and other reports by compiling, analyzing, and summarizing accounting information.<br>• Generate customer invoices, monitor incoming payments, and record deposits in a timely manner.<br>• Assist with month-end close activities, including journal entries and bank reconciliations.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Metairie, Louisiana. In this role, you will handle a variety of accounting tasks and contribute to the efficient management of financial operations. This position offers an opportunity to work closely with multi-location restaurant accounting processes while utilizing advanced software tools.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and maintain accurate journal entries to ensure the integrity of financial records.</p><p>• Manage general ledger activities, including reconciliations and adjustments.</p><p>• Perform bank account reconciliations to verify transaction accuracy and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Process accounts payable transactions and ensure timely payment of invoices.</p><p>• Assist with sales tax filings and compliance with regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software, such as Restaurant 365, to streamline financial operations.</p><p>• Monitor inventory and support operational accounting tasks.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to improve accounting workflows and processes.</p><p>• Provide customer service support related to financial inquiries and documentation.</p><p>• Generate reports and analyze financial data to support decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>If you have a 4 year accounting degree with full cycle staff accountant level experience, this could be a great fit for you! Please apply directly and call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half!</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 deliver accurate monthly financial reporting, maintain reliable accounting records, and work closely with property management teams to address questions and resolve issues. This position is ideal for someone who is organized, analytical, and ready to contribute to a deadline-driven accounting environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Produce monthly financial statements for assigned properties, ensuring reports are completed accurately and submitted on schedule.<br>• Manage month-end accounting activities by following established close procedures, preparing supporting schedules, and completing preliminary close tasks in a timely manner.<br>• Reconcile bank accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items such as deposit variances or missing entries.<br>• Record journal entries, including monthly rent-related postings, and maintain documentation that supports account balances and financial statement activity.<br>• Review transactions entered at the site level, including tenant charges, cash receipts, and vendor invoices, to confirm accuracy and completeness.<br>• Partner with Regional Property Managers to answer accounting questions, communicate financial information to property owners, and finalize reporting adjustments when needed.<br>• Oversee recurring disbursements such as owner distributions, management fees, mortgages, taxes, and insurance payments to help ensure obligations are paid on time.<br>• Address review feedback from senior accounting staff and contribute to process improvements, special projects, and other accounting or administrative assignments as needed.