Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports day-to-day accounting operations with a focus on cash activity, payables, receivables, and payroll coordination. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, clear communication skills, and the dependability to manage multiple financial tasks accurately and on schedule.

Responsibilities:
• Reconcile bank accounts and review statement activity to ensure cash records are accurate and up to date.
• Process vendor invoices and maintain accounts payable records with careful attention to timing and accuracy.
• Monitor incoming payments, record customer receipts in Quick Books, and keep accounts receivable balances current.
• Confirm that deposited funds have cleared into company bank accounts and investigate any discrepancies.
• Perform occasional bank-related errands and support other cash management activities as needed.
• Coordinate payroll-related tasks with an external payroll provider to help ensure timely and accurate processing for approximately 200 employees.
• Assist with general accounting work, including journal entries, general ledger support, and other routine financial activities.
• Contribute to daily accounting operations by helping maintain organized records and supporting month-to-month financial processes.