Staff Accountant Job at Robert Half (Baton Rouge)

Staff Accountant

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Baton Rouge

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

We are looking for a meticulous and motivated Staff Accountant to join our team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This short-term contract to permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where accuracy and attention to detail are essential. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in accounting principles and demonstrate the ability to manage financial transactions with precision and efficiency.

Job Responsibility:

Accurately record financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, expense reports, and journal entries
Ensure proper classification of transactions across revenue, cost of sales, operating expenses, and balance sheet accounts
Review financial entries for accuracy and completeness, maintaining organized documentation and audit trails
Assist in payroll processing by reviewing timesheets, verifying hours, and ensuring proper allocation to departments or projects
Process vendor invoices, reconcile credit card and expense transactions, and assist with account reconciliations
Support customer invoicing processes, apply payments, and maintain accurate customer account records
Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records, ensuring compliance with established accounting procedures and internal controls
Provide light administrative support for HR processes, contributing to smooth operations
Collaborate with the team to maintain consistent and reliable financial reporting
Assist in maintaining and improving accounting processes to streamline operations

Requirements:

Accurately record financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, expense reports, and journal entries
Ensure proper classification of transactions across revenue, cost of sales, operating expenses, and balance sheet accounts
Review financial entries for accuracy and completeness, maintaining organized documentation and audit trails
Assist in payroll processing by reviewing timesheets, verifying hours, and ensuring proper allocation to departments or projects
Process vendor invoices, reconcile credit card and expense transactions, and assist with account reconciliations
Support customer invoicing processes, apply payments, and maintain accurate customer account records
Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records, ensuring compliance with established accounting procedures and internal controls
Provide light administrative support for HR processes, contributing to smooth operations
Collaborate with the team to maintain consistent and reliable financial reporting
Assist in maintaining and improving accounting processes to streamline operations
Strong understanding of fundamental accounting concepts, including revenue, expenses, assets, and liabilities
Proven ability to work with general ledger accounts and accurately record financial transactions
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, data sorting, and lookup functions
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills with a commitment to accuracy
Ability to work independently, manage workload effectively, and follow established procedures
Detail-oriented communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate effectively

Nice to have:

Experience with Sage Intacct or similar accounting software is preferred
Familiarity with payroll processes, job costing, and expense management systems is a plus

What we offer:

Medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
company 401(k) plan
free online training

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 23, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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