Staff Accountant
Robert Half · Baton Rouge, LA · 5 days ago
On-siteAccountingTemporary
Responsibilities
- Prepare and post journal entries to ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and on time.
- Maintain the general ledger by reviewing activity, resolving discrepancies, and supporting period-end close processes.
- Perform daily reconciliations across bank accounts and internal records to confirm completeness and accuracy.
- Review account activity and complete balance sheet reconciliations to identify and address variances promptly.
- Monitor bank balances and investigate unusual transactions or outstanding items requiring follow-up.
- Process and track wire transfer activity while ensuring proper documentation and compliance with internal controls.
- Analyze bank transaction details and coordinate with internal teams to resolve exceptions efficiently.
- Use Microsoft Excel to organize financial data, produce supporting schedules, and assist with reporting needs.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience in accounting, with hands-on responsibility for general ledger and reconciliation work.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare journal entries and maintain accurate financial records.
- Experience performing daily account and bank reconciliations in a deadline-driven setting.
- Working knowledge of wire transfer processing and bank transaction review.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to manage data and build useful financial schedules.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies and resolve issues effectively.
- Clear communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within an accounting or finance team.
Qualifications
This contract-to-permanent opportunity is well suited for a detail-oriented candidate with at least three years of experience who can manage daily financial activity with accuracy and consistency.
Skills
- Journal entry preparation
- General ledger maintenance
- Daily account and bank reconciliations
- Wire transfer processing
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Attention to detail
- Collaborative communication
Benefits
Robert Half offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in the company's 401(k) plan.