Senior Accountant

Company: Robert Half
Location: Baton Rouge
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to become a key member of our finance team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role will focus on ensuring accurate financial reporting, managing reconciliations, and analyzing gross margins to support business objectives. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and the capability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively. Responsibilities: • Prepare journal entries and perform account reconciliations during month-end and year-end closing cycles. • Collaborate with the Sales team to calculate pricing that aligns with revenue and profitability goals. • Conduct monthly gross margin analysis to ensure accurate financial insights. • Compile and analyze data for weekly financial reporting. • Record transactions with precision and ensure compliance with organizational standards. • Assist in audits, tax filings, government surveys, and other finance-related projects. • Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic decisions. If you have an accounting degree and 3 years of full cycle accounting experience in public accounting or industry and want to work with a dynamic team in an exciting industry, this could be a great opportunity for you! Please apply directly and call Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half! • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is a must and CPA or working towards CPA is a plus. • Minimum of 3 years of progressive accounting experience. • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards. • Expertise in accounting software and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. • Experience in manufacturing accounting is preferred. • Proficiency in performing balance sheet reconciliations and general ledger maintenance. • Ability to execute gross margin analysis and month-end closing activities effectively. • Familiarity with manufacturing accounting systems is a plus.

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