Description We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Accounting Clerk for our client located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In this short-term contract to full time position, you will play a vital role in managing essential accounting functions, ensuring accuracy in invoicing, expense reporting, and payroll processes. This opportunity is ideal for a dependable individual who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Process and manage invoices and employee expense reports with accuracy and attention to detail. • Review and approve employee timecards for up to 30 staff members, ensuring compliance with policies and deadlines. • Coordinate travel arrangements and allocate per diem for employees, maintaining cost-efficiency and seamless planning. • Collaborate with team members to address discrepancies and improve workflow processes. • Reconcile accounts to ensure financial records are accurate and up to date. • Maintain accounts receivable records and ensure timely collection of payments. • Perform data entry tasks to support accurate financial tracking and reporting. • Utilize Microsoft Excel for financial analysis and reporting tasks. • Assist in payroll processing to ensure timely and accurate employee payments. Requirements • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong general computer skills. • Experience with account reconciliation, accounts receivable, and invoice processing. • Exceptional organizational skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. • High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in all tasks. • Collaborative mindset with a focus on teamwork and positive communication. • Dependable and responsible, with a proven track record of task ownership and completion. • Familiarity with payroll processes and data entry. • Ability to adapt to new systems and improve existing workflows. Robert Half puts you in the best position to succeed by advocating on your behalf and promoting you to employers. Apply today! 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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-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 “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .