Robert Half has opportunity for a Bookkeeper in the New Orleans, Louisiana area. The role entails managing financial transactions, maintaining accounting documents, and preparing financial reports. The successful candidate will be working within a team and will be instrumental in ensuring the accuracy of our financial records. This is a short-term contract to full time employment opportunity.Responsibilities:• Develop and maintain a systematic approach to account for financial transactions by establishing a chart of accounts and defining bookkeeping policies and procedures• Verify, allocate, and post transactions to maintain accounts• Balance accounts by reconciling entries and maintaining the general ledger• Maintain quality historical records by filing documents appropriately• Prepare financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information• Craft Accounts Receivable invoices, review payments received, and record deposits• Utilize tools such as Microsoft Excel and SAP for data entry, account reconciliation, and month-end close activities• Ensure accuracy and efficiency in processing customer credit applications and maintaining customer credit records• Monitor customer credit accounts and take appropriate action to collect delinquent payments• Foster a collaborative work environment through strong social skills and positive attitude