Senior Accountant

We are looking for a Senior Accountant to support core accounting operations for a power generation organization in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting period-end close activities, and helping ensure compliance with internal standards and sound accounting practices. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, a proactive work style, and the ability to collaborate effectively across the accounting team. Responsibilities: • Review and maintain financial records and reporting data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with accounting standards and departmental guidelines. • Record, verify, and consolidate financial transactions while supporting the reliability of the general ledger through routine analysis and review. • Prepare journal entries for assets, liabilities, revenue, and expenses by analyzing account activity and supporting documentation. • Reconcile balance sheet and bank accounts on a regular basis, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items in a timely manner. • Lead monthly close activities by preparing entries, supporting schedules, and related documentation required for accurate period-end reporting. • Strengthen financial recordkeeping processes by applying efficient methods and current technology tools to improve organization and accuracy. • Provide direction on day-to-day accounting tasks and help coordinate work across members of the accounting team when needed. • Evaluate internal controls, participate in risk-focused reviews, and identify opportunities to improve financial processes and safeguards. • Handle sensitive financial information with discretion and uphold confidentiality in all accounting activities. • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent practical experience in a related field. • At least 1 year of accounting experience, with exposure to general ledger activity and month-end close responsibilities. • Working knowledge of journal entries, account reconciliations, and bank reconciliations. • Familiarity with accounts payable processes and core accounting operations. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint. • Strong financial management skills with a high level of accuracy, organization, and follow-through. • Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and collaborate effectively with others. • Commitment to ethical conduct and maintaining confidentiality in handling financial information. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.