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Administrative Assistant Finance

Company: Robert Half
Location: Metairie
Posted on: January 30, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our Finance team in Metairie, Louisiana. This role will provide essential support to the VP of Finance & Controller as well as the Finance and IT departments, ensuring smooth operations and organizational efficiency. The ideal candidate will excel in administrative tasks, financial assistance, and communication while maintaining high standards of accuracy and professionalism. Responsibilities: • Assist the VP of Finance & Controller with organizing Board and Committee meetings, including preparing information packets and updating materials in Diligent Board Books. • Draft and circulate meeting minutes for approval by Board and Committee members. • Prepare business correspondence, memorandums, reports, and forms with attention to detail. • Perform daily bank transfers, monitor account balances, and report updates to relevant stakeholders. • Serve as an administrator for the banking platform, ensuring roles and responsibilities are accurately maintained. • Maintain and update checkbooks in Excel, ensuring accurate daily records for all companies. • Coordinate travel, meetings, and appointments for Finance and IT department staff as required. • Print operating checks, ensure proper authorization, and file check registers and copies electronically in a timely manner. • Assist with requests from independent auditors and support the preparation of letters for state insurance commissioner filings. • Handle mailings for Annual and Quarterly Statements and ensure certified mailing processes are completed accurately. For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half 504-383-0743 • A minimum of 1 year of experience in an administrative or accounting role. • Proficiency in accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes. • Strong data entry skills with a focus on accuracy and efficiency. • Experience managing bank transactions and monitoring account balances. • Familiarity with filing systems and electronic document retention software. • Excellent organizational and communication skills. • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for financial and presentation purposes.

Keywords: Robert Half, New Orleans , Administrative Assistant Finance, Accounting, Auditing , Metairie, Louisiana


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