12 Results for Payroll Specialist Jobs in New Orleans, LA

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Payroll Specialist II

New Orleans, LA
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Temporary to Hire
30.00 - 31.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to oversee accurate, timely payroll operations for a large and complex employee population in New Orleans, Louisiana. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for a payroll specialist who combines strong technical knowledge with a service-focused approach and sound judgment in resolving sensitive pay issues. The role serves as a senior-level resource for payroll administration, compliance, and process improvement while helping maintain reliable payroll practices across bi-weekly and monthly cycles. Responsibilities:• Lead end-to-end processing for bi-weekly and monthly payrolls, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule.• Administer payroll activities for a workforce exceeding 500 employees, including validations, adjustments, and exception handling.• Maintain payroll records and system data within ADP Workforce Now to support efficient and accurate payroll operations.• Interpret and apply federal, state, and local payroll regulations to keep payroll practices compliant with current requirements.• Investigate complex payroll discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement effective resolutions in a timely manner.• Serve as a senior point of contact for employee payroll questions, delivering clear guidance and high-quality customer support.• Review payroll procedures and recommend process enhancements that strengthen accuracy, consistency, and internal controls.• Provide day-to-day direction and subject matter support to less experienced payroll team members when needed.
2026-10-08T13:48:45Z

Human Resources (HR) Director

Baton Rouge, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
110000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an accomplished Human Resources Director to oversee the full people function for a multi-site organization of approximately 200 employees in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This position will shape HR priorities, provide guidance to ownership and operational leaders, and ensure consistent, compliant practices across distinct business units. The role also directs a small HR team and helps strengthen workforce planning, employee experience, and organizational effectiveness. Responsibilities: • Guide and develop the HR function by leading the HR Manager, Payroll Manager, and Recruiting Assistant, setting clear priorities and supporting their growth and development. • Create and execute human resources strategies that align staffing, structure, and talent practices with the goals of multiple operating locations. • Partner with owners and site leadership to advise on workforce planning, organizational design, and key employee-related decisions. • Establish consistent HR policies, procedures, and documentation standards across business entities while accounting for the unique needs of each operation. • Act as the senior resource for employee relations matters, including investigations, corrective action, conflict resolution, and sensitive workplace concerns. • Oversee company-wide practices for onboarding, performance management, employee development, engagement, and separation processes to improve retention and consistency. • Direct payroll, compensation, and benefits administration through the appropriate team leads, ensuring accurate pay, sound job classification, and effective vendor coordination. • Lead recruiting efforts across field, plant, office, and leadership positions by monitoring hiring demand, turnover trends, and time-to-fill metrics. • Maintain compliance with employment regulations, required reporting, personnel records, eligibility verification, and workers’ compensation processes, while coordinating with legal counsel and safety leadership when needed.
2026-10-21T21:58:44Z

Accounting Manager/Supervisor

Baton Rouge, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to oversee core accounting operations and strengthen financial discipline for our Baton Rouge, Louisiana team. This role leads the close process, supports cash management, and helps ensure accurate reporting, compliance, and reliable internal controls. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, sound technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to improve processes in a fast-moving IT software environment. Responsibilities: • Guide and develop the accounting team, setting clear expectations and ensuring work is completed accurately and on schedule. • Manage the monthly close cycle by coordinating timelines, reviewing reconciliations, recording accruals, and producing financial statements with variance commentary for finance leadership. • Oversee the general ledger structure and chart of accounts, including user permissions, periodic access reviews, and support for data backup and recovery practices. • Maintain accounting policies and internal control procedures that promote compliance, proper segregation of duties, and independent review of key account balances. • Support treasury activities by monitoring daily cash positions, completing bank reconciliations, and contributing to short-term cash flow forecasting. • Review payroll-related activity before processing and reconcile payroll, benefits, retirement contributions, commissions, and bonus accruals to the general ledger. • Prepare and record technical accounting transactions, including lease accounting entries and required remeasurements under applicable standards. • Assist with lender, investor, audit, and tax reporting by preparing schedules, tracking required calculations, coordinating documentation, and supporting filing deadlines. • Partner with department leaders to monitor spending against budget, contribute to forecasting activities, and provide financial insight that supports informed decision-making. • Identify opportunities to streamline manual accounting work through approved AI tools and contribute to system-related improvement initiatives when needed.
2026-10-20T18:34:04Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Marrero, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
55000.00 - 65000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a close-knit corporate team in Marrero, Louisiana. This position supports multiple companies and plays an important role in keeping invoice processing, payment activity, and account records accurate and up to date. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing a steady weekly invoice volume, working with accounting entries across related entities, and contributing in a fast-growing environment with opportunities for long-term development. Responsibilities:• Process approximately 75 to 150 invoices each week with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.• Review, classify, and enter vendor invoices into the accounting system using correct general ledger coding.• Prepare and support check run activities to ensure vendors are paid according to established schedules.• Maintain accounts payable records for multiple companies while keeping documentation organized and current.• Assist with intercompany journal entries and related accounting support across affiliated entities.• Investigate invoice discrepancies and work with internal contacts or vendors to resolve payment issues promptly.• Reconcile accounts payable transactions and help ensure financial data is complete and accurate.• Contribute to ongoing process improvement efforts as the organization continues to expand. Qualifications<ul><li>3+ years in accounting or related field</li><li>Strong understanding of General Ledger system and Accounts Payable processing</li><li>Strong organizational, analytical and recording skills</li><li>Detail oriented</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and Sage exposure is a plus</li></ul>This is a direct hire (not temp to hire) opportunity that offers 2 days of work from home a week after 2 months of training! If you have 3+ years of high volume AP experience, please apply directly and call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half!
2026-10-24T19:24:22Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Baton Rouge, LA
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Temporary to Hire
23.00 - 25.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a health pharm/biotech organization in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is well suited for someone who brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a consistent approach to processing high-volume payables activity. The person in this role will help maintain accurate financial records, ensure timely vendor payments, and contribute to smooth day-to-day accounting operations. Responsibilities: • Process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner while verifying supporting documentation and payment details. • Assign correct general ledger or account codes to invoices to support accurate financial reporting and cost tracking. • Review and enter payable transactions into the accounting system with close attention to completeness and compliance. • Prepare and coordinate ACH payments and check runs according to established schedules and approval procedures. • Reconcile invoices, payment records, and vendor statements to identify and resolve discrepancies promptly. • Communicate with internal teams and external vendors to answer payment-related questions and address outstanding issues. • Maintain organized accounts payable files and documentation to support audits, reporting needs, and internal controls.
2026-11-02T19:53:43Z

Human Resources (HR) Generalist

Covington, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an HR Generalist to support day-to-day people operations and help create a positive, well-organized employee experience for our client in Covington, Louisiana. This role will serve as a key partner to leaders and employees by providing guidance on employee matters, administering core HR programs, and maintaining accurate records and processes. The ideal candidate brings practical HR knowledge, strong judgment, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities across onboarding, benefits, leave administration, and policy support. Responsibilities:• Advise supervisors on performance discussions, corrective action steps, and appropriate documentation to support consistent employee management practices.• Handle employee relations matters by reviewing concerns, conducting workplace inquiries, and helping determine balanced, policy-aligned outcomes.• Maintain organized and confidential personnel documentation while ensuring HR records remain accurate and up to date.• Lead orientation for both in-office and remote employees to ensure a smooth and informed start to employment.• Oversee employee departures, including exit conversations and coordination of final pay details in partnership with internal stakeholders.• Administer benefit enrollments, annual enrollment activities, and communication with benefit providers to support employee coverage needs.• Manage leave programs and workplace accommodations, including parental leave, state-specific leave, and other protected absences in accordance with applicable requirements.• Work closely with Finance each pay cycle to provide payroll-related updates for staffing additions, employee changes, and separations.• Update HR policies and the employee handbook as legal requirements and business needs evolve, and support annual performance review and compensation planning activities.• Track key people metrics such as staffing levels, turnover, and time-to-fill, while also helping coordinate engagement, recognition, and training initiatives for employees in Covington, Louisiana and remote team members.
2026-10-16T15:44:03Z

Staff Accountant

Baton Rouge, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
66000.00 - 78000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a collaborative accounting team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This position plays an important role in keeping financial records accurate, supporting the close process, and delivering timely reporting for business decisions. The ideal candidate brings a strong grasp of accounting fundamentals, sharp analytical skills, and hands-on experience working with financial systems and spreadsheets. Responsibilities: • Record and post journal entries while maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger. • Complete regular reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and key balance sheet accounts, resolving discrepancies promptly. • Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities by organizing schedules, preparing supporting documentation, and meeting reporting deadlines. • Prepare financial statements and other reports, and assist leadership with analysis of operating results and financial trends. • Review accounts payable and accounts receivable activity to confirm proper coding, completeness, and accuracy. • Track fixed assets and depreciation by maintaining organized schedules and updating records as needed. • Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow monitoring by compiling data and assisting with financial planning activities. • Provide documentation and schedules for internal and external audits while helping ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies. • Use Sage Intacct and Excel to manage accounting transactions, generate reports, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency within accounting processes.
2026-10-28T16:34:07Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

New Orleans, LA
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Temporary to Hire
17.00 - 19.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a team in New Orleans, Louisiana in a Contract to Permanent role. This position supports daily payment operations by reviewing invoices, organizing documentation, and helping maintain accurate financial records. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable handling high-volume transactional work while meeting deadlines. Responsibilities: • Review incoming invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper approval before processing • Assign the correct accounting codes to vendor invoices and enter payment data into the system • Prepare and support scheduled check runs to ensure vendors are paid on time • Maintain organized accounts payable records and documentation for tracking and audit purposes • Resolve invoice discrepancies by coordinating with vendors and internal departments • Monitor payment activity and help keep accounts payable transactions current and accurate
2026-11-02T15:14:02Z

Accounts Receivable & e-billing Clerk

New Orleans, LA
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Permanent / Full Time
45000.00 - 60000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable & e-billing Clerk to support the financial operations of a respected law firm in New Orleans, Louisiana. This position focuses on receivables management, electronic invoice submission, payment processing, and billing accuracy while working closely with attorneys, clients, and accounting team members. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and prior exposure to legal billing practices in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee daily receivables activities by issuing invoices, applying incoming payments, and supporting collection efforts to keep client accounts current. • Record and post payments received through electronic transfers, checks, and credit card transactions with a high degree of accuracy. • Review aging data regularly, follow up on overdue balances, and communicate account status updates to internal stakeholders. • Investigate billing variances, unapplied funds, and payment concerns, then coordinate resolution in a timely manner. • Reconcile client account activity and maintain complete, accurate records to support audit readiness and reporting needs. • Prepare recurring accounts receivable summaries and contribute data used for cash flow planning and related financial analysis. • Submit invoices through client e-billing portals and confirm that each submission aligns with outside counsel billing requirements. • Address rejected or adjusted invoices by identifying the cause, partnering with billing staff and attorneys on corrections, and resubmitting as needed. • Maintain billing system information, monitor invoice approval progress, and produce reports tied to collections, payment patterns, and e-billing performance. • Assist with month-end receivables tasks, compliance-related documentation, and department initiatives aimed at improving billing processes.
2026-10-26T16:13:48Z

Accounting Clerk

Covington, LA
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Temporary / Contract
20.00 - 22.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to support daily financial operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Covington, Louisiana. This role is well suited for someone who is comfortable managing high-volume transactions, maintaining accurate records, and working across both payables and receivables activities. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, confidence with accounting software, and the ability to keep financial data current and reliable. Responsibilities: • Process vendor invoices accurately and on schedule while verifying supporting documentation and coding details. • Maintain accounts payable records, reconcile discrepancies, and follow up with internal teams or suppliers to resolve payment issues. • Record customer payments, post transactions, and assist with monitoring outstanding balances within accounts receivable. • Enter financial data into accounting systems with a high degree of accuracy and review entries for completeness. • Support invoice handling and documentation workflows using tools such as QuickBooks and Invoice Pro. • Prepare spreadsheets and reports in Microsoft Excel to help track accounting activity and identify variances. • Assist with revenue-related reporting tasks in an oil and gas environment by organizing and updating financial information. • Help maintain orderly accounting files and ensure documents are accessible for audits and internal review.
2026-11-03T19:38:43Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Covington, LA
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Temporary to Hire
18.00 - 20.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations for an import/export organization in Louisiana. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is well suited for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing high-volume invoice activity with accuracy. The person in this role will help keep payment processes on track while partnering with internal teams to maintain timely and reliable accounts payable support. Responsibilities: • Review incoming vendor invoices, confirm supporting details, and assign accurate coding before entry into the accounting system. • Process accounts payable transactions in a timely manner to help ensure vendors are paid according to established terms. • Prepare and coordinate check runs, verifying payment information and resolving discrepancies before release. • Maintain organized payment records and documentation to support reporting, reconciliations, and audit readiness. • Communicate with vendors and internal departments to research invoice questions, payment status updates, and account issues. • Monitor invoice workflow from receipt through approval and payment, following up as needed to prevent delays. • Assist with identifying and correcting billing inconsistencies, duplicate submissions, or missing approvals within the payable process.
2026-10-26T20:18:44Z

Accounting Assistant

Baton Rouge, LA
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Temporary / Contract
20.00 - 22.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support daily financial operations in a detail-oriented services environment in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing a blend of payables, receivables, and account reconciliation tasks. The role will contribute to accurate recordkeeping, timely invoice processing, and dependable administrative support across accounting activities. Responsibilities:• Process incoming invoices, verify supporting documentation, and assign appropriate coding before submission for payment.• Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable records to help ensure timely transactions and accurate financial tracking.• Reconcile bank activity and investigate discrepancies to support balanced and reliable financial reporting.• Review documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with internal policy guidelines and vendor requirements.• Organize and maintain vendor files, agreements, and account records so information is current and easy to retrieve.• Receive, log, and manage financial and operational documents, ensuring recorded information is properly filed and tracked.• Prepare and update spreadsheets, reports, and supporting records using Microsoft Excel and Adobe Acrobat.• Provide day-to-day operations support to the accounting team, including assistance with documentation and financial record maintenance.
2026-10-26T14:18:42Z

12 results for Payroll Specialist in New Orleans, LA