Staff Accountant

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in New Orleans, Louisiana. This short-term contract to permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to financial operations while collaborating with property management teams. The ideal candidate will excel in performing reconciliations, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Responsibilities: u2022 Enforce adherence to internal control policies and procedures. u2022 Review and validate transaction postings within the property management system. u2022 Conduct monthly bank reconciliations and promptly resolve discrepancies or stale-dated checks. u2022 Perform daily reconciliation of deposit variances to ensure accurate records. u2022 Maintain and reconcile general ledger balance sheet accounts on a scheduled basis. u2022 Prepare supporting schedules for monthly financial reporting to ensure accuracy. u2022 Manage security deposit accounts, including reconciliations and necessary transfers. u2022 Oversee transfers to reserves, tax, and insurance accounts for portfolio properties. u2022 Post, review, and reconcile property management accounting entries on a monthly basis. u2022 Collaborate with property management teams to finalize financial statements and generate periodic reports. Requirements u2022 Proficiency in corporate tax, sales tax, and corporate tax returns. u2022 Strong understanding of journal entries and general ledger processes. u2022 Experience in bank reconciliations and resolving discrepancies. u2022 Familiarity with audit procedures and year-end financial reporting. u2022 Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting. u2022 Ability to manage debt schedules and investor payments effectively. u2022 Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities. u2022 Strong communication and collaboration abilities for teamwork across departments. Robert Half is the worldu2019s 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 ( 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. u00a9 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking u201cApply Now,u201d youu2019re agreeing to Robert Halfu2019s Terms of Use ( and Privacy Notice (.

Created: 2026-01-26