We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day payables operations for a growing organization in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This position plays a key role in keeping vendor payments accurate, timely, and well-documented across multiple business entities. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced accounting environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage end-to-end accounts payable activities for multiple entities, ensuring invoices are entered and paid within established timelines.<br>• Examine invoices for accurate general ledger coding, required approvals, and complete backup documentation before processing.<br>• Perform three-way matching of purchase orders, receipts, and invoices, and work with vendors or internal teams to resolve exceptions.<br>• Coordinate regular payment cycles, including checks, electronic payments, and wire transactions, while maintaining accuracy and control.<br>• Update and maintain vendor records such as tax forms, payment terms, and banking or remittance information.<br>• Reconcile vendor statements, research aged items, and address open balances or disputed charges promptly.<br>• Assist with month-end activities by preparing payable-related reconciliations, accrual support, and reporting schedules.<br>• Contribute to year-end reporting needs, including 1099 support, and help maintain compliance with internal controls and audit standards.<br>• Partner with accounting and operations teams to strengthen accounts payable procedures and support automation or ERP-based workflows.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor/Manager to oversee the full payables operation in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role will guide daily transaction processing, support accurate financial reporting, and help maintain strong controls across disbursements, vendor records, and expense activity. The ideal candidate brings proven leadership in accounts payable, strong analytical skills, and the ability to improve workflows while ensuring timely and accurate payments.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the day-to-day accounts payable function, ensuring invoices, expense reports, and payment activity move through review and processing efficiently and accurately.</p><p>• Supervise and develop accounts payable team members by setting priorities, distributing assignments, and providing coaching on performance and best practices.</p><p>• Manage the end-to-end payment process, including invoice validation, coding, matching, approvals, payment execution, and proper documentation retention.</p><p>• Authorize and review disbursement activity such as ACH payments, wire transfers, checks, credit card transactions, and employee reimbursements within established approval limits.</p><p>• Safeguard financial accuracy by enforcing approval procedures, separation of duties, and internal controls related to vendor payments and payable records.</p><p>• Investigate exceptions such as duplicate billings, mismatched documentation, or suspicious payment requests, and escalate concerns when necessary.</p><p>• Reconcile vendor accounts, accounts payable subledgers, clearing accounts, and related general ledger balances to support a clean month-end close.</p><p>• Prepare reporting on aging, projected cash needs, payment timing, and operational metrics to assist leadership with financial planning and oversight.</p><p>• Oversee vendor master file administration, including review of banking details, tax documentation, and updates to supplier records.</p><p>• Partner with purchasing, operations, receiving, and accounting teams to resolve discrepancies, strengthen procure-to-pay workflows, and support audit and 1099 reporting requirements.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for those who like leading a team and creating efficiencies and effectiveness gains through processes, procedures and systems usage. If you have 5+ years of supervisory Accounts Payable experinece in a complex organization with inventory and intercompany experience, this could be the long term career you are looking for! Please apply directly and call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half Finance and Accounting!</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Billing Clerk to support accurate invoicing and payment processing for a contract opportunity with permanent potential in St. Gabriel, Louisiana. This position is ideal for someone who is comfortable working with billing records, preparing customer statements, and following up on outstanding balances. The role requires strong organizational skills, accuracy with financial data, and confidence using computerized billing systems in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and process invoices with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Review billing records and supporting documentation to ensure charges are complete and correct.<br>• Generate customer statements and distribute them according to established schedules.<br>• Monitor outstanding accounts and assist with collection activities by following up on unpaid balances.<br>• Maintain billing information within computerized systems and update account details as needed.<br>• Research discrepancies, resolve billing issues, and communicate clearly with internal teams or customers.<br>• Organize billing files, payment records, and related documentation for easy retrieval and audit support.
<p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process incoming invoices, verify supporting documentation, and assign appropriate coding before submission for payment.</p><p>• Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable records to help ensure timely transactions and accurate financial tracking.</p><p>• Reconcile bank activity and investigate discrepancies to support balanced and reliable financial reporting.</p><p>• Review documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with internal policy guidelines and vendor requirements.</p><p>• Organize and maintain vendor files, agreements, and account records so information is current and easy to retrieve.</p><p>• Receive, log, and manage financial and operational documents, ensuring recorded information is properly filed and tracked.</p><p>• Prepare and update spreadsheets, reports, and supporting records using Microsoft Excel and Adobe Acrobat.</p><p>• Provide day-to-day operations support to the accounting team, including assistance with documentation and financial record maintenance.</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports day-to-day accounting operations with a focus on cash activity, payables, receivables, and payroll coordination. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, clear communication skills, and the dependability to manage multiple financial tasks accurately and on schedule.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Reconcile bank accounts and review statement activity to ensure cash records are accurate and up to date.</p><p>• Process vendor invoices and maintain accounts payable records with careful attention to timing and accuracy.</p><p>• Monitor incoming payments, record customer receipts in QuickBooks, and keep accounts receivable balances current.</p><p>• Confirm that deposited funds have cleared into company bank accounts and investigate any discrepancies.</p><p>• Perform occasional bank-related errands and support other cash management activities as needed.</p><p>• Coordinate payroll-related tasks with an external payroll provider to help ensure timely and accurate processing for approximately 200 employees.</p><p>• Assist with general accounting work, including journal entries, general ledger support, and other routine financial activities.</p><p>• Contribute to daily accounting operations by helping maintain organized records and supporting month-to-month financial processes.</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a financial services organization in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This contract-to-permanent position is well suited for an individual who can manage routine accounting activities, contribute to accurate financial reporting, and help maintain strong internal controls. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in general ledger work, month-end close activities, and account analysis, along with strong Excel skills and experience working in SAP.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate and timely financial records.</p><p>• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to ensure reporting accuracy.</p><p>• Assist with month-end close tasks, including account analysis and supporting schedules.</p><p>• Compile financial data and help produce internal financial statements and related reports.</p><p>• Support audit activities by organizing documentation and responding to information requests.</p><p>• Review accounting transactions for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with established procedures.</p><p>• Use Microsoft Excel to analyze balances, track reconciliations, and prepare reporting support.</p><p>• Work within SAP to record transactions, retrieve financial information, and support day-to-day accounting processes.</p>
<p>Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for an established Baton Rouge company. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with closing activities, and ensuring compliance with reporting standards. The successful candidate will contribute to day-to-day accounting functions while helping the team maintain strong internal controls and timely financial reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries to keep financial records complete and accurate</p><p>• Maintain the general ledger by reviewing account activity and resolving discrepancies</p><p>• Perform account reconciliations on a regular basis to support accurate month-end reporting</p><p>• Assist with month-end close tasks, including verifying balances and compiling supporting documentation</p><p>• Support audit activities by organizing records and responding to requests for financial information</p><p>• Help manage property tax-related accounting tasks, including tracking obligations and maintaining documentation</p><p>• Review financial data for accuracy and follow up on unusual variances or inconsistencies</p><p>• Collaborate with accounting leadership and cross-functional teams to improve reporting efficiency and compliance</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to support project financial operations for a growing design-focused organization in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role partners with project leaders and the accounting team to oversee billing accuracy, financial reporting, and receivables activity across multiple engagements. The ideal candidate brings strong project-based accounting experience, sound judgment, and the ability to keep financial records organized and accurate in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Create and distribute client invoices in a timely manner, ensuring charges reflect contract terms, project progress, and approved billing schedules.<br>• Partner with project leaders to monitor budgets, shape fee plans, review timelines, and contribute to financial projections for active work.<br>• Establish and maintain complete project financial records in BST11, with close attention to data accuracy and documentation quality.<br>• Track outstanding receivables, follow up on open balances, and keep aging reports current to support healthy cash flow.<br>• Review, calculate, and process consultant payments after confirming contract compliance, required approvals, and completed deliverables.<br>• Balance competing deadlines across several projects while maintaining responsiveness, accuracy, and dependable follow-through.<br>• Work closely with internal accounting staff, project teams, consultants, and clients to resolve billing questions and improve consistency in financial processes.