Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk for our client in Hammond, Louisiana. This short-term contract to full time position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a growing organization while advancing your career in accounting. As part of a dynamic team, you will play a key role in supporting accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring accuracy in financial transactions, and assisting with general accounting tasks. Responsibilities: • Process vendor invoices and ensure accurate filing of disbursement records for accounts payable. • Assist in accounts receivable tasks, including generating daily invoices, applying cash receipts, and following up on overdue balances. • Support general accounting operations by reconciling general ledger accounts, participating in month-end closures, and handling ad hoc projects. • Review and correct transaction documents, revising entries or initiating necessary updates to maintain accuracy. • Assign proper expenditure and accounting codes to documents, ensuring compliance with classification standards. • Prepare financial statements and reports using data from diverse sources. • Post financial data to journals, registers, and ledgers manually or electronically. • Investigate and resolve discrepancies in accounts by tracing actions, reconstructing probable causes, and preparing correction documents as needed. • Monitor budgets and assist in making adjustments or transfers to support budgetary control. • Participate in special projects and perform additional duties as required. Requirements • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting is preferred. • Proficiency in data entry with a strong attention to detail. • Solid knowledge of Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks is highly desirable. • Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently and accurately. • Prior experience in accounts payable and accounts receivable processes is advantageous. • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. • Entry-level candidates with a willingness to learn will be considered. • Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. 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) .