Accountant, Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance

Description

We are looking for a skilled Accountant to join our team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role will focus on financial management, reporting, and compliance to ensure the organization's financial records are accurate and well-maintained. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in accounting principles, financial systems, and audit processes, along with a strong ability to manage accounts payable, receivable, and vendor relationships.

Responsibilities:

- Prepare and review financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and organizational policies.

- Perform regular reconciliations of the general ledger to maintain accurate financial records.

- Compile monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including income statements and detailed analyses of student accounts and operational expenditures.

- Assist in developing financial forecasts and budgeting plans in collaboration with the Executive Director.

- Manage and update financial data in accounting software, ensuring records are current and precise.

- Oversee access controls and user permissions in financial management systems to maintain data security.

- Support the audit process by organizing financial records, providing necessary documentation, and ensuring compliance with audit requirements.

- Handle accounts payable and receivable functions, including processing invoices, tracking payments, and conducting reconciliations.

- Monitor vendor transactions and payments to ensure proper allocation and documentation.

- Verify and process financial data for cafeteria operations and equipment tracking.

For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half . Thank you!

Requirements - Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or finance, preferably in a non-profit setting.

- Proficiency in preparing journal entries and managing general ledger accounts.

- Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and financial reporting standards.

- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and creating financial statements.

- Ability to manage vendor relationships and ensure accurate payment processing.

- Familiarity with audit processes and compliance requirements, including local, state, and federal regulations.

- Skilled in bank reconciliations and tracking profit and loss statements.

- Advanced proficiency in accounting software and financial systems management.

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