Accounting Assistant

Accounting Assistant Robert Half - 3.9 Baton Rouge, LA Job Details Temporary | Contract $20 - $22 an hour 18 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Accounting systems Record keeping Document review (document control) Microsoft Excel Financial data reconciliation Oracle Filing Invoice payment processing Financial record maintenance QuickBooks Data entry Accounting and finance experience Month-end close Communication skills Entry level Time management Full Job Description We are looking for a part time Accounting Assistant to support day-to-day financial operations for a services organization in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working across core accounting tasks in a fast-paced environment. The role will contribute to accurate financial recordkeeping, timely transaction processing, and reliable reporting support while partnering with internal stakeholders on accounting priorities.

Responsibilities:

Process vendor payments, verify supporting documentation, and ensure invoices are coded accurately before entry into the accounting system. Manage customer billing and payment tracking activities, helping maintain current receivable balances and following up on outstanding items as needed. Perform bank and account reconciliations on a regular basis to identify discrepancies, research issues, and support accurate month-end records. Review financial documents for completeness and accuracy, resolving inconsistencies and maintaining organized accounting files. Use QuickBooks, Oracle, and Microsoft Excel to enter transactions, update records, prepare spreadsheets, and support routine reporting needs. Assist with tax-related accounting support by tracking liabilities, organizing documentation, and helping maintain compliance with established procedures. Support accounting activities tied to corporate and commercial real estate transactions by validating financial details and maintaining related records. Experience supporting both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions in an office environment that requires strong attention to detail. Ability to complete bank reconciliations and investigate variances with strong attention to detail. Proficiency with accounting platforms such as QuickBooks or Oracle, along with solid Microsoft Excel skills. Experience coding invoices, reviewing financial documents, and maintaining accurate transaction records. Familiarity with tax liability tracking and general accounting support processes. Understanding of accounting work connected to corporate real estate or commercial real estate is preferred. Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively. 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 "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .