Junior Accountant

Robert Half is looking for an Accounting Analyst to support daily financial operations for a distribution company in Metairie. This position is well suited for an early-career accounting team member who enjoys working with transactional data, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to a reliable month-end close process. The role offers hands-on exposure to all accounting aspects while building experience with accounting systems and spreadsheet-based analysis.

Responsibilities:

• Record and classify routine financial transactions with accuracy, ensuring entries are coded to the appropriate accounts.

• Assist with accounts payable activities, including reviewing invoices, preparing payment support, and maintaining organized documentation.

• Support accounts receivable processes by tracking incoming payments, applying cash receipts, and following up on outstanding balances as needed.

• Perform regular account reconciliations to identify discrepancies, research variances, and help keep the general ledger current.

• Update and maintain accounting information within Dynamics NAV and related software tools used by the finance team.

• Prepare spreadsheets, reports, and supporting schedules in Microsoft Excel to assist with daily accounting tasks and period-end reviews.

• Organize digital financial files and use Adobe Acrobat to review, compile, and manage accounting documents.

• Contribute to process-related system updates or workflow changes within the accounting function when assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• Foundational experience or training in accounting, finance, or a related discipline.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, CPA candidate a plus.

• Working knowledge of journal entries, account coding, and basic general ledger activity.

• Familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and account reconciliation procedures.

• Experience using Microsoft Excel for data entry, tracking, and basic financial analysis.

• Exposure to MS Dynamics or other ERP.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks accurately and on schedule.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

For confidential consideration, contact Hayley Euper at 504-383-0704 or apply today!

Compensation

$60,000.00-$68,000.00 Yearly

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