Junior Accountant

Robert Half is looking for an Accounting Analyst to support daily financial operations for a distribution company in Metairie. This position is well suited for an early-career accounting team member who enjoys working with transactional data, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to a reliable month-end close process. The role offers hands-on exposure to all accounting aspects while building experience with accounting systems and spreadsheet-based analysis.Responsibilities:• Record and classify routine financial transactions with accuracy, ensuring entries are coded to the appropriate accounts.• Assist with accounts payable activities, including reviewing invoices, preparing payment support, and maintaining organized documentation.• Support accounts receivable processes by tracking incoming payments, applying cash receipts, and following up on outstanding balances as needed.• Perform regular account reconciliations to identify discrepancies, research variances, and help keep the general ledger current.• Update and maintain accounting information within Dynamics NAV and related software tools used by the finance team.• Prepare spreadsheets, reports, and supporting schedules in Microsoft Excel to assist with daily accounting tasks and period-end reviews.• Organize digital financial files and use Adobe Acrobat to review, compile, and manage accounting documents.• Contribute to process-related system updates or workflow changes within the accounting function when assigned by management.