13 results for Accounting in New Orleans, LA

Accounting Clerk

New Orleans, LA
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Temporary
19 - 21 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. Responsibilities: • Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes with accuracy and efficiency. • Perform comprehensive data entry tasks, ensuring all financial information is correctly recorded. • Process invoices and purchase orders, adhering to company guidelines and timelines. • Administrate backups for financial records and maintain organized documentation. • Verify and approve invoices, ensuring compliance with company policies. • Prepare and mail checks promptly to vendors and other recipients. • Distribute checks to appropriate parties and maintain detailed tracking records. • Utilize Microsoft Excel to create and update financial reports. • Collaborate with team members to support financial operations and resolve discrepancies. • Assist with administrative tasks related to accounting functions as needed.
2026-03-10T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Covington, LA
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Contract / Temporary to Hire
16 - 18 USD / Hourly
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. Responsibilities:• Process vendor invoices and manage disbursement filing to ensure accurate accounts payable records.• Handle daily invoicing, credit applications, and cash receipt processing for accounts receivable operations.• Assist in general accounting tasks, including general ledger reconciliations and month-end closing activities.• Verify and correct transaction documents, initiating necessary adjustments to entries and related records.• Classify expenditures and assign appropriate accounting codes for accurate financial documentation.• Compile and prepare financial reports using data from various sources to support organizational needs.• Record financial data in journals, ledgers, and registers using manual or electronic systems.• Investigate and resolve discrepancies by analyzing potential sources of errors and preparing correction entries.• Support budget monitoring by verifying adjustments and transfers to maintain accurate financial tracking.• Participate in special projects and provide additional administrative or accounting assistance as needed.
2026-03-06T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

New Orleans, LA
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Contract / Temporary to Hire
19 - 21 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a meticulous Bookkeeper to join a dynamic manufacturing team in New Orleans, Louisiana. In this short-term contract to permanent role, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring the smooth operation of daily accounting functions. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a growing organization while enhancing your expertise. Responsibilities:• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely and accurate transactions.• Perform routine bank reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.• Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring all entries are properly recorded.• Utilize QuickBooks and Sage 50 software to manage financial data and reporting.• Prepare financial reports and summaries to assist with decision-making processes.• Monitor and track expenses to ensure compliance with budgetary guidelines.• Collaborate with internal teams to address discrepancies and improve accounting processes.• Support audits by providing documentation and resolving inquiries.• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and company policies.
2026-03-11T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

New Orleans, LA
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Permanent
45000 - 55000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities:• Maintain detailed financial records for student activities and organizational accounts to ensure compliance with relevant laws and policies.• Process daily cash transactions for general funds, foundation accounts, and other financial activities.• Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings, including preparing journal entries and maintaining account accuracy.• Monitor and report unusual financial activities to the Chief Financial Officer to uphold financial integrity.• Record vendor payments accurately while ensuring expenses align with designated budget items.• Ensure timely processing of invoices and alert management when budgets are nearing or exceeding limits.• Generate and review purchase orders while scanning and maintaining financial documentation.• Conduct regular reviews of accounts payable for accuracy and completeness.• Protect sensitive financial information by adhering to confidentiality standards
2026-03-10T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Houma, LA
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Permanent
75000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Accountant to join our team in Houma, Louisiana. In this role, you will oversee financial reporting and ensure compliance with accounting standards, providing valuable insights to support business operations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate advanced technical expertise, strong analytical abilities, and a proactive approach to improving financial processes. Responsibilities: • Prepare detailed financial statements on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, ensuring compliance with applicable standards. • Manage the consolidation of financial data across various service lines and operational locations. • Coordinate audit processes by preparing required documentation and addressing auditor inquiries. • Enhance internal controls and operational procedures to ensure accurate financial reporting. • Investigate complex accounting issues, propose solutions, and implement new standards effectively. • Collaborate with internal teams to analyze financial data and provide actionable recommendations. • Lead initiatives to streamline reporting, closing processes, and compliance activities. • Mentor and support entry level accounting staff, fostering their growth and attention to detail. • Ensure timely submission of required filings at local, state, and federal levels.
2026-02-13T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Metairie, LA
remote
Permanent
60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnered with a professional services firm in search of a dedicated Senior Staff Accountant. This individual will help to oversee key accounting operations for a diverse portfolio of clients. This role is pivotal in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of financial records while delivering insightful reports to support decision-making. The position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic remote environment with a focus on precision and collaboration. Responsibilities:• Perform month-end close procedures, ensuring compliance with established accounting standards.• Maintain organized and accurate general ledgers to support financial transparency.• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, to ensure timely and correct reporting.• Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts to verify data accuracy.• Compile and analyze financial statements and management reports for internal stakeholders.• Identify trends, variances, or potential issues through detailed financial analysis.• Manage accounts receivable and payable processes to maintain smooth financial operations.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate financial information effectively.• Utilize accounting software like QuickBooks Online and Excel to execute tasks efficiently.• Support the optimization of accounting workflows and processes to enhance productivity.
2026-03-06T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Metairie, LA
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Permanent
80000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities:• Record and reconcile daily accounting and investment transactions and associated financial activity.• Maintain and update general ledger records while performing daily bank and account reconciliations.• Process payroll transactions and all associated taxes in a timely and accurate manner.• Assist with the preparation and filing of a wide variety of individual, partnership and business tax forms, including Forms 1099.• Contribute to the implementation of new accounting adn ERP systems and constinued support to ensure process improvements.• Provide and complete cross-training and support between accounting, operational and third party reporting agencies to enhance internal controls and operational efficiency.• Exercise discretion and uphold confidentiality when handling sensitive financial and personal information. 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!
2026-03-05T00:00:00Z

Accounting Assistant Generalist

Metairie, LA
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Permanent
40000 - 48060 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities:• Collaborate with management, colleagues, and vendors to support the company’s mission and ensure smooth daily operations.• Prepare and distribute monthly deductible invoices, ensuring timely mailing, accurate payment posting, and resolution of past due accounts.• Maintain and audit records of insureds with Letters of Credit, coordinating renewals and addressing discrepancies with the Underwriting department.• Reconcile loss fund accounts using the Workday accounting system and communicate deficiencies to senior accountants.• Process daily insured invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.• Serve as a backup for accounts payable and premium receivable posting, as well as daily cash balancing activities.• Address customer inquiries related to payments, invoices, and finance options, providing clear guidance and solutions.• Investigate and resolve payment-related issues by collaborating with the Finance, IT, and Underwriting teams.• Assist during annual audits and state examinations by supplying required documentation and testing support.• Suggest and implement process improvements to enhance customer service and efficiency in payment processing. For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half 504-383-0743. Thank you!
2026-03-11T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Gretna, LA
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Contract / Temporary to Hire
30.0865 - 36 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Gretna, Louisiana. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a pivotal role in managing financial processes, ensuring accuracy within billing department, and supporting the overall accounting operations. This opportunity is ideal for someone with strong expertise in general ledger management, accounts receivable, and month-end close procedures. Responsibilities:• Oversee and execute month-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.• Supervise a team of 4. • Manage and maintain general ledger accounts, ensuring all entries are properly recorded and reconciled.• Prepare and post journal entries to support financial transactions and adjustments.• Perform account reconciliations to verify accuracy and resolve discrepancies.• Conduct bank reconciliations to ensure alignment between financial records and bank statements.• Collaborate with other departments to facilitate smooth accounting operations and resolve issues.• Generate financial reports and statements for management review and decision-making.• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.• Provide support for audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to inquiries.
2026-03-05T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

New Orleans, LA
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Contract / Temporary to Hire
32 - 34 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team on a short-term contract to permanent basis in New Orleans, Louisiana. This role is ideal for someone with a solid background in accounting for LLCs and small businesses, who is skilled in payroll management, accounts payable, and year-end reporting. If you are proficient in QuickBooks and thrive in fast-paced environments, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities:• Oversee financial operations for LLCs and small businesses, ensuring accuracy and compliance.• Process bi-weekly payroll efficiently and ensure timely payments.• Manage accounts payable, including reconciling transactions and issuing vendor payments.• Prepare and distribute 1099 forms for independent contractors with precision.• Implement positive pay procedures to safeguard against check fraud.• Utilize QuickBooks for bookkeeping, generating reports, and reconciling accounts.• Collaborate with management to address financial discrepancies and maintain compliance.• Handle corporate tax and sales tax reporting obligations.• Record journal entries and maintain the general ledger.• Support year-end financial reporting and audit preparation.
2026-03-09T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

New Orleans, LA
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Permanent
60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities:• Accurately process bi-monthly payroll and collaborate with external payroll vendors to ensure timely completion.• Maintain and update payroll records while ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local tax requirements.• Coordinate with management to verify employee data, including new hires, terminations, and benefit changes.• Handle payroll tax filings and address discrepancies with tax authorities as needed.• Generate payroll reports and summaries for internal review and compliance purposes.• Review and process invoices from vendors and employee expense reports, ensuring proper coding to general ledger accounts.• Reconcile vendor statements and promptly resolve any discrepancies to maintain accurate accounts payable records.• Maintain organized documentation for accounts payable transactions to support audits and internal reviews.• Assist in general bookkeeping tasks, including record-keeping for multiple LLCs and preparing reports for lenders and tax professionals.• Contribute to the improvement and modernization of internal accounting processes to enhance operational efficiency. For consideration, please call Mary Wood @ Robert Half 504-383-0743. Thank you!
2026-03-10T00:00:00Z

Corporate Staff Accountant

Belle Chasse, LA
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Permanent
60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a meticulous Corporate Staff Accountant to join our team in Belle Chasse, Louisiana. In this permanent, on-site role, you will play a key part in managing essential accounting functions, ensuring accuracy in financial records, and contributing to the overall financial health of the organization. This position offers an excellent opportunity to collaborate across departments while maintaining compliance with industry standards. Responsibilities:• Prepare and analyze financial reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.• Reconcile accounts and manage general ledger activities to maintain precise financial data.• Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes, including adjustments and reporting.• Participate in budgeting and forecasting efforts to support organizational planning.• Analyze financial data to identify trends and provide actionable insights.• Ensure adherence to tax regulations, including corporate and sales tax requirements.• Support audits by preparing documentation and collaborating with auditors.• Handle journal entries and maintain detailed records for financial transactions.• Utilize ERP solutions and accounting software to streamline processes and improve efficiency.• Collaborate with internal teams to enhance financial reporting and operational workflows. For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half 504-383-0743. Thank you!
2026-02-19T00:00:00Z

Sr. Staff Accountant

Covington, LA
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Contract / Temporary to Hire
28 - 34 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a meticulous and experienced Senior Staff Accountant to join our team in Covington, Louisiana. This contract-to-permanent position offers an opportunity to contribute to key financial processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in accounting operations. The role is ideal for professionals seeking growth in their accounting career while making a tangible impact on organizational success. Responsibilities: • Prepare and analyze journal entries to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. • Reconcile general ledger accounts and support month-end and year-end closing activities. • Manage accounts receivable functions, including invoicing and collections, to maintain cash flow. • Process and accurately code vendor invoices in compliance with company policies. • Collaborate with external vendors to address and resolve invoice discrepancies. • Handle corporate tax-related tasks, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. • Assist in preparing financial reports and provide insights for organizational decision-making. • Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement solutions to enhance accounting efficiency. • Coordinate with team members to ensure deadlines for accounting tasks are consistently met. • Provide necessary documentation and support during audits to ensure compliance.
2026-03-03T00:00:00Z