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17 results for Payroll in New Orleans, LA

Staff Accountant
  • New Orleans, LA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 60000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a skilled and motivated Staff Accountant to join our team in New Orleans, Louisiana. In this role, you will play a vital part in managing payroll processes, accounts payable, and general bookkeeping for multiple entities. Your expertise will ensure financial accuracy, compliance with regulations, and contribute to the overall efficiency of our accounting operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Accurately process bi-monthly payroll and collaborate with external payroll vendors to ensure timely completion.</p><p>• Maintain and update payroll records while ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local tax requirements.</p><p>• Coordinate with management to verify employee data, including new hires, terminations, and benefit changes.</p><p>• Handle payroll tax filings and address discrepancies with tax authorities as needed.</p><p>• Generate payroll reports and summaries for internal review and compliance purposes.</p><p>• Review and process invoices from vendors and employee expense reports, ensuring proper coding to general ledger accounts.</p><p>• Reconcile vendor statements and promptly resolve any discrepancies to maintain accurate accounts payable records.</p><p>• Maintain organized documentation for accounts payable transactions to support audits and internal reviews.</p><p>• Assist in general bookkeeping tasks, including record-keeping for multiple LLCs and preparing reports for lenders and tax professionals.</p><p>• Contribute to the improvement and modernization of internal accounting processes to enhance operational efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>For consideration, please call Mary Wood @ Robert Half 504-383-0743. Thank you!</p>
  • 2026-03-10T19:33:47Z
Senior Accountant
  • Harahan, LA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 70000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our team in Harahan, Louisiana. This role involves managing payroll and general ledger accounting while ensuring compliance with financial policies and regulations. You will play a key role in customer billing, cost analysis, and financial reconciliation, collaborating closely with various departments to support the organization's financial operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and distribute payroll for field employees, including certified payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal and state regulations.<br>• Reconcile payroll transactions and general ledger accounts, accurately allocating job labor costs.<br>• Lead intercompany accounting processes, including posting transactions and reconciling intercompany accounts across the organization.<br>• Design, review, and reconcile month-end financial close processes with a focus on customer project billings.<br>• Collaborate with operations teams to conduct detailed job costing analyses.<br>• Prepare and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations for applicable accounts.<br>• Manage company credit card accounts and oversee the corresponding expense reporting.<br>• Evaluate and set up new customers in the financial system, ensuring proper vetting and configuration.<br>• Provide ad hoc monthly status updates and reports to support financial decision-making.<br>• Perform other duties as assigned by the Controller and Director of Finance.
  • 2026-03-27T21:18:40Z
Office Manager
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 25.00 - 28.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a dedicated Office Manager to oversee daily administrative operations, manage billing and payroll functions, and lead a small team of administrative staff. This role is ideal for an organized, detail-oriented individual with strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to improving office efficiency. This is a short-term contract to permanent position based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage day-to-day office operations, ensuring administrative tasks are completed efficiently.</p><p>• Oversee billing functions, transitioning records to electronic systems, verifying accuracy, and ensuring timely payments.</p><p>• Collaborate with HR to process bi-weekly payroll for approximately 100 employees, reviewing time entries and ensuring compliance.</p><p>• Supervise and support a small team of administrative staff, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.</p><p>• Coordinate with vendors to address facility maintenance needs and organize necessary repairs.</p><p>• Maintain inventory of office supplies, placing orders as needed to ensure smooth operations.</p><p>• Ensure accurate and efficient handling of accounts payable tasks.</p><p>• Serve as the first point of contact for reception duties, providing excellent customer service.</p><p>• Assist with creating and implementing office policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.</p>
  • 2026-03-26T13:43:42Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 33.00 - 45.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a non-profit organization based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This is a long-term contract position that offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to meaningful financial operations while ensuring precision and accountability. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in financial reconciliation, payroll assistance, and general ledger management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage daily investment processing and reconciliation to ensure accurate financial reporting.<br>• Approve and post financial transactions with a focus on compliance and precision.<br>• Support payroll processing activities, including overseeing salaried employee records and ensuring timely payments.<br>• Perform month-end close procedures to maintain accurate financial statements.<br>• Prepare and record journal entries to reflect the organization’s financial activities.<br>• Conduct account reconciliations to verify the accuracy of financial records.<br>• Handle bank reconciliations to ensure all transactions are properly accounted for.<br>• Collaborate with team members to streamline accounting processes and enhance efficiency.<br>• Provide financial insights and reports to support organizational decision-making.<br>• Maintain compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
  • 2026-03-25T18:54:07Z
Senior Accountant
  • Metairie, LA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 80000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a skilled Senior Accountant to join our team in the Northshore office. This role is essential for ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our accounting operations for a family investment portfolio while maintaining the integrity of financial data. As part of a dynamic environment, you will play a critical role in managing investment activity, cash reconciliations, payroll, and tax reporting. This is a newly created role due to growth in their small office setting. This role requires on site daily office attendance and only those within a daily commute range will be considered.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Record and reconcile daily accounting and investment transactions and associated financial activity.</p><p>• Maintain and update general ledger records while performing daily bank and account reconciliations.</p><p>• Process payroll transactions and all associated taxes in a timely and accurate manner.</p><p>• Assist with the preparation and filing of a wide variety of individual, partnership and business tax forms, including Forms 1099.</p><p>• Contribute to the implementation of new accounting adn ERP systems and constinued support to ensure process improvements.</p><p>• Provide and complete cross-training and support between accounting, operational and third party reporting agencies to enhance internal controls and operational efficiency.</p><p>• Exercise discretion and uphold confidentiality when handling sensitive financial and personal information.</p><p><br></p><p>Our client provides a stellar base and benefits plan and will have the ability to work some days from their satellite office in the CBD of New Orleans. If you have an accounting degree and 3+ years of full cycle accounting in a family office setting and/or oil and gas industry, this could be a great career opportunity for you! Please apply directly and call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half!</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-03-05T14:33:42Z
Accounting Assistant
  • New Orleans, LA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 50000.00 - 52000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a meticulous Accounting Assistant to join our manufacturing team in New Orleans, Louisiana. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring the accuracy of financial transactions and maintaining efficient accounting practices. Working closely with the Office Manager and production team, you will contribute to the seamless operation of our financial processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process accounts payable and receivable transactions promptly and accurately.</p><p>• Match invoices with corresponding purchase orders and receiving documents to ensure proper documentation.</p><p>• Assist in executing weekly check runs and managing vendor payments.</p><p>• Reconcile bank and credit card statements to maintain financial accuracy.</p><p>• Maintain detailed records of inventory purchases and job-related costs.</p><p>• Support payroll preparation by tracking employee hours and ensuring timely processing.</p><p>• Create basic financial reports and contribute to month-end closing activities.</p><p>• Provide administrative assistance to the accounting and operations teams as needed.</p><p><br></p><p>For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half 504-383-0743</p>
  • 2026-03-13T17:28:47Z
Staff Accountant
  • New Orleans, LA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 29.00 - 31.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a Staff Accountant to join our team in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Staff Accountant will prepare journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliation, fixed asset maintenance and general ledger reconciliation. You will report to the Accounting Manager, and you will be responsible for many aspects of internal reporting during the monthly close. The Staff Accountant position is very involved as it will produce Financial Statements, Cash Flow projections, and Budgets. This is a short-term contract to full time employment position. </p><p><br></p><p>Description of Position</p><p>• Prepare complex journal entries and account reconciliations including but not limited to cash, prepaid expenses and payroll</p><p>• Prepare monthly balance sheet and income statement analyses for management reporting</p><p>• Assist in the month end, quarter end and year end closing process including monthly financial close workbook preparation</p><p>• Assist in implementation, maintenance and adherence to internal controls under SOX and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP</p><p>• Maintain capital lease and monthly payment schedules</p><p>• Maintain fixed asset ledger, depreciation, and reconciliation</p><p>• In-depth experience with month end balance sheet account reconciliations</p><p>• Perform month end close, journal entries, with minimum supervision</p><p>• Recurring journal entries maintenance and reconciliation</p><p>• Intercompany billings, transactions, and reconciliation</p><p>• Analyze and coordinate a variety of financial data, and report it in a useful and understandable manner</p><p>• Participate in various department-wide initiatives</p><p>• Ad-hoc reporting and special projects, as requested</p>
  • 2026-03-25T13:48:40Z
Accounting Specialist
  • Metairie, LA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 23.00 - 25.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our team in Metairie, Louisiana. This shot-term contract to permanent position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a collaborative team and excellent career growth potential. You will play a key role in managing financial transactions, reconciling accounts, and supporting both accounts payable and receivable processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process vendor invoices and ensure accurate matching with purchase orders or vouchers.</p><p>• Manage accounts receivable tasks, including daily invoicing, credit application, cash receipts, and collections of overdue balances.</p><p>• Perform general accounting duties such as G/L account reconciliation, month-end close processes, and ad hoc projects as needed.</p><p>• Review transaction documents for accuracy, initiate corrections, and revise related entries as required.</p><p>• Assign proper expenditure and accounting codes to financial documents.</p><p>• Compile and prepare financial statements and reports using diverse data sources.</p><p>• Enter financial data into journals, registers, and ledgers manually or electronically.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve account discrepancies by analyzing potential errors and preparing corrective documentation.</p><p>• Monitor budgets, verify adjustments, and assist in budgetary controls.</p><p>• Participate in special projects and perform additional tasks as assigned.</p>
  • 2026-03-26T13:38:43Z
Bookkeeper
  • New Orleans, LA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 22.00 - 24.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a meticulous and organized Bookkeeper to join our team in New Orleans, Louisiana. This short-term contract to permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, multi-departmental environment while utilizing your expertise in accounting processes. The ideal candidate will excel at managing financial workflows, maintaining accurate records, and collaborating effectively across teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process accounts payable invoices, including intake, coding, and data entry, while ensuring accuracy.</p><p>• Perform three-way matching for AP transactions to guarantee compliance and accuracy.</p><p>• Execute weekly payment runs and reconcile corporate credit card transactions monthly.</p><p>• Make daily deposits and ensure proper documentation for all financial transactions.</p><p>• Collect and organize receipts and supporting documents for tax reporting and other purposes.</p><p>• Prepare and submit sales and use tax data for accurate reporting.</p><p>• Create and manage journal entries, demonstrating a clear understanding of debits and credits.</p><p>• Collaborate with multiple departments to ensure timely submission of accounting-related materials.</p><p>• Provide general administrative support, including scanning documents and following up on outstanding items.</p><p>• Assist in maintaining organized financial records to support the team’s daily operations.</p>
  • 2026-03-23T15:14:24Z
Accounting Clerk
  • New Orleans, LA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 19.00 - 21.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team on a long-term contract basis. Based in New Orleans, Louisiana, this role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring smooth operations within accounts payable and receivable functions. If you are experienced in data entry and invoice processing, and have a strong background in accounting systems, we invite you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes with accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Perform comprehensive data entry tasks, ensuring all financial information is correctly recorded.<br>• Process invoices and purchase orders, adhering to company guidelines and timelines.<br>• Administrate backups for financial records and maintain organized documentation.<br>• Verify and approve invoices, ensuring compliance with company policies.<br>• Prepare and mail checks promptly to vendors and other recipients.<br>• Distribute checks to appropriate parties and maintain detailed tracking records.<br>• Utilize Microsoft Excel to create and update financial reports.<br>• Collaborate with team members to support financial operations and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Assist with administrative tasks related to accounting functions as needed.
  • 2026-03-10T21:54:07Z
Bookkeeper
  • New Orleans, LA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 45000.00 - 55000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a dedicated Bookkeeper for our client in New Orleans, Louisiana. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a prestigious educational institution. As part of their finance team, you will play a vital role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the school's mission of academic excellence.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain detailed financial records for student activities and organizational accounts to ensure compliance with relevant laws and policies.</p><p>• Process daily cash transactions for general funds, foundation accounts, and other financial activities.</p><p>• Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings, including preparing journal entries and maintaining account accuracy.</p><p>• Monitor and report unusual financial activities to the Chief Financial Officer to uphold financial integrity.</p><p>• Record vendor payments accurately while ensuring expenses align with designated budget items.</p><p>• Ensure timely processing of invoices and alert management when budgets are nearing or exceeding limits.</p><p>• Generate and review purchase orders while scanning and maintaining financial documentation.</p><p>• Conduct regular reviews of accounts payable for accuracy and completeness.</p><p>• Protect sensitive financial information by adhering to confidentiality standards</p>
  • 2026-03-10T17:08:46Z
Full Charge Bookkeeper
  • Metairie, LA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 31.00 - 33.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to join our team in Metairie, Louisiana. This is a short-term contract to permanent position, offering a chance to grow within a dynamic and supportive work environment. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in bookkeeping and accounting functions, including proficiency with QuickBooks and managing financial transactions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage full-cycle bookkeeping tasks, including recording financial transactions and reconciling accounts.</p><p>• Utilize QuickBooks software to maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.</p><p>• Handle accounts payable processes, ensuring timely and accurate payment of invoices.</p><p>• Oversee accounts receivable operations, including tracking payments and maintaining customer account information.</p><p>• Monitor and manage donation funds, ensuring proper allocation and reporting.</p><p>• Process foundation grants, maintaining compliance with organizational and donor requirements.</p><p>• Prepare financial statements and reports for internal review and external audits.</p><p>• Maintain organized and secure financial documentation for easy retrieval.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to streamline financial workflows and processes.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to accounting standards and regulations in all financial activities.</p>
  • 2026-03-12T21:38:42Z
Accounting Assistant Generalist
  • Metairie, LA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 40000.00 - 48060.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accounting Assistant Generalist to join our team in Metairie, Louisiana. This role involves providing exceptional customer service and performing a variety of accounting tasks, including accounts receivable and payable support, invoice processing, and banking activities. The ideal candidate will collaborate with internal departments to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of premium applications, payment resolutions, and financial operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Collaborate with management, colleagues, and vendors to support the company’s mission and ensure smooth daily operations.</p><p>• Prepare and distribute monthly deductible invoices, ensuring timely mailing, accurate payment posting, and resolution of past due accounts.</p><p>• Maintain and audit records of insureds with Letters of Credit, coordinating renewals and addressing discrepancies with the Underwriting department.</p><p>• Reconcile loss fund accounts using the Workday accounting system and communicate deficiencies to senior accountants.</p><p>• Process daily insured invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.</p><p>• Serve as a backup for accounts payable and premium receivable posting, as well as daily cash balancing activities.</p><p>• Address customer inquiries related to payments, invoices, and finance options, providing clear guidance and solutions.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve payment-related issues by collaborating with the Finance, IT, and Underwriting teams.</p><p>• Assist during annual audits and state examinations by supplying required documentation and testing support.</p><p>• Suggest and implement process improvements to enhance customer service and efficiency in payment processing.</p><p><br></p><p>For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half 504-383-0743. Thank you!</p>
  • 2026-03-11T19:28:42Z
Accounts Receivable Clerk
  • Kenner, LA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 40000.00 - 50000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our team in Kenner, Louisiana. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing accounts receivable tasks, including collections, invoice processing, and financial analysis. This role requires someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to contribute to a collaborative work environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Handle foreign and domestic collections to ensure timely payments.</p><p>• Process and issue invoices, debit notes, and credit notes efficiently.</p><p>• Utilize Excel for basic data management and reporting tasks.</p><p>• Analyze accounts receivable aging reports to identify overdue accounts.</p><p>• Collaborate on tasks related to Letters of Credit (L/C) and Sight Drafts (S/D), with training provided if necessary.</p><p>• Work independently while maintaining strong communication with team members.</p><p>• Foster positive relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders.</p><p>• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to optimize accounts receivable operations.</p><p>• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and grow within the role.</p><p><br></p><p>Our client enjoys a well-tenured small office setting with a team that takes great care of each other. If you have 3+ years of strong full cycle Accounts Receivable experience, this could be a forever work home for you! Please apply directly and/or call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612 to discuss. Thank you for your interesst in Robert Half!</p>
  • 2026-03-25T12:38:44Z
Bookkeeper
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 19.00 - 21.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a skilled Bookkeeper to join our team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This is a short-term contract position with the potential for long-term employment, where you will play an integral role in managing financial records and ensuring accuracy in all bookkeeping tasks. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with QuickBooks and a strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure all transactions are properly documented.</p><p>• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable efficiently and in a timely manner.</p><p>• Conduct regular bank reconciliations to ensure financial data aligns with account balances.</p><p>• Utilize QuickBooks to manage and track financial data effectively.</p><p>• Prepare financial reports and summaries as needed to support decision-making.</p><p>• Monitor and resolve any discrepancies in financial records or transactions.</p><p>• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless financial operations.</p><p>• Assist in audits by providing necessary documentation and reports.</p><p>• Keep up-to-date with bookkeeping best practices and compliance requirements.</p>
  • 2026-03-17T21:04:10Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Covington, LA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 16.00 - 18.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Covington, Louisiana. As part of a dynamic and collaborative environment, you will play a key role in supporting accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting tasks. This short-term contract to permanent position offers opportunities for growth and development within our organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process vendor invoices and manage disbursement filing to ensure accurate accounts payable records.</p><p>• Handle daily invoicing, credit applications, and cash receipt processing for accounts receivable operations.</p><p>• Assist in general accounting tasks, including general ledger reconciliations and month-end closing activities.</p><p>• Verify and correct transaction documents, initiating necessary adjustments to entries and related records.</p><p>• Classify expenditures and assign appropriate accounting codes for accurate financial documentation.</p><p>• Compile and prepare financial reports using data from various sources to support organizational needs.</p><p>• Record financial data in journals, ledgers, and registers using manual or electronic systems.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve discrepancies by analyzing potential sources of errors and preparing correction entries.</p><p>• Support budget monitoring by verifying adjustments and transfers to maintain accurate financial tracking.</p><p>• Participate in special projects and provide additional administrative or accounting assistance as needed.</p>
  • 2026-03-06T20:58:41Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 48000.00 - 52000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The ideal candidate will handle a variety of financial tasks, including accounts receivable and payable, while ensuring accuracy and efficiency in daily operations. This role is crucial in supporting the company’s financial health by maintaining organized records and processing transactions promptly.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and issue invoices and account statements to customers while maintaining accurate records of accounts receivable.<br>• Record payments from customers, including cash, checks, and credit card transactions, ensuring timely posting.<br>• Set up new customer profiles in the system and handle customer credit applications with precision.<br>• Match purchase orders to invoices and input vendor invoices into the system accurately.<br>• Reconcile vendor accounts by reviewing monthly statements and resolving discrepancies.<br>• Create and update vendor profiles in the system to ensure proper documentation.<br>• Maintain organized files for accounts receivable and payable to support financial audits.<br>• Collaborate with the team to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures for financial transactions.<br>• Assist with general accounting tasks as needed to support the department’s operations.
  • 2026-03-16T14:33:44Z