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We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a team in New Orleans, Louisiana in a short-term contract to permanent position. This role supports reimbursement and claims activity by evaluating submitted expenses, coordinating with participating companies, and ensuring documentation aligns with program rules. The ideal candidate brings strong organization, attention to detail, and a service-oriented approach while managing multiple accounts and timelines in a structured environment.
Job Responsibility:
Oversee the full lifecycle of reimbursement applications, from initial review through final closure and payment processing
Manage an assigned group of companies across multiple states, maintaining regular communication to keep submissions moving forward on schedule
Request, collect, and verify invoices, expense records, and other supporting materials needed to evaluate claims
Examine documentation for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established funding policies and program requirements
Assess submitted expenses against reimbursement guidelines to determine eligible amounts for payment
Process approved claims and coordinate reimbursement activity for eligible expenses within allowable program limits
Communicate clearly with participating companies regarding missing information, ineligible costs, and next steps required for resolution
Maintain accurate claim records, status updates, and deadline tracking within internal systems and Excel-based logs
Monitor claim activity and reporting details to support timely processing and consistent documentation standards
Requirements:
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel for tracking, organizing, and reviewing financial or claim-related information
Ability to manage multiple priorities, company accounts, and deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy
Strong organizational skills with the ability to follow through on outstanding items and keep processes on schedule
Excellent customer service and communication skills for working with external business contacts on a daily basis
Careful attention to detail with the ability to interpret and apply rules, guidelines, and compliance standards consistently
Comfort working within structured procedures and using internal systems to document and manage workflows
Experience in accounting support functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, reconciliation, or related financial operations
Previous exposure to grants, reimbursements, claims administration, contract support, or program coordination is preferred
Nice to have:
Previous exposure to grants, reimbursements, claims administration, contract support, or program coordination is preferred
What we offer:
Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance