Director of Accounting

Robert Half • Baton Rouge, LA • 2d ago

Description

Robert Half is seeking an dynamic accounting leader to oversee financial reporting, technical accounting, and close operations for a fast growing organization in Baton Rouge. This role will guide a team of accounting professionals, strengthen reporting accuracy, and support the business through sound accounting insight and cross-functional partnership. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with practical leadership and a commitment to improving processes, controls, and team performance. This direct hire role offers a competitive compensation, bonus structure, and benefits plan, hybrid work schedule and opportunities for continued career growth!

Responsibilities:

Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycle, ensuring deadlines are met and financial results are accurate and well supported.

Supervise, coach, and develop accounting staff while creating a high-accountability environment focused on growth and collaboration.

Review key accounting deliverables such as journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analyses to maintain reporting quality.

Interpret complex accounting matters, document conclusions in formal memos, and advise the business on the application of relevant accounting standards.

Establish and monitor internal controls over financial reporting, identify weaknesses, and implement corrective actions where needed.

Work closely with finance and operational leaders to provide accounting guidance on contracts, transactions, and business initiatives.

Drive improvements in accounting workflows by introducing best practices, automation, and more efficient procedures.

Lead or contribute to system implementation efforts and broader process enhancement initiatives that support scale and operational effectiveness.

Requirements

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.

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