Senior Accountant - New Orleans Job New Orleans Louisiana USA,Accounting

Location: New Orleans

Senior Accountant
- New Orleans

The Senior Accountant plays a key role in our Financial Service Department. A Senior Accountant performs a variety of tasks related to the financial reports, forecasting, and general ledger processes for the company, while also supporting other financial projects as needed by the department. The position's goal is to provide the best quality of service to internal customers, ensuring complete satisfaction while also incorporating and practicing HCSG 5 Marks
- Safety, Integrity, Efficiency, Legacy, Respect - in all aspects of job performance.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

All aspects of GL closing

Sales and property tax reporting

Collaborate with team members to provide necessary financial reports to senior-level managers

Review and reconcile the general ledger regularly

Analyze past and current financial data/performance and provide forecasting support

Organize data into accessible reports and perform various types of analysis using key metrics

Assist in financial functions, such as assessing, auditing, planning, budgeting, taxes, consolidation, cost control, and project control

Help develop financial plans and reports for organizational leaders.

Evaluate current capital expenditures and depreciation

Identify trends in financial performance and provide recommendations for improvement

Coordinate with other members of the finance team to review financial information and forecasts

Develops automated reporting and forecasting tools for more efficient use of data.

Support other aspects of accounting management (tax forms, reporting etc.)

Assist in the preparation of financial statements in compliance with official guidelines and requirements

Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and projections

Participate in preparation for the annual audit and provide support as needed

Help in the development of reports for management or regulatory bodies

Review the company's accounting information to identify and resolve inaccuracies or imbalances

Utilize accounting ERP system to facilitate processes and maintain records

Assist in the formulation of internal controls and policies to comply with legislation and established best practices

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience Required at Entry:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or higher

At least 3 years of experience in Accounting

Skills, Abilities, Special Licenses or Certificates:

Ability to communicate efficiently and professionally

Experience using accounting software to generate and analyze reports

Intermediate skill level in Microsoft Excel and Word

Demonstrate respect for all individuals

Have an analytical mindset and be able to problem-solve

Consistent, accurate, thorough, and detail-oriented

Exceptional organizational skills and aptitude for numbers

Ability to thrive in a deadline-driven environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Net Suite knowledge

2-3 years of public accounting experience

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license

Equipment Used in Job Performance:

Computer / Laptop

The qualified candidate will be able to pass drug, alcohol, background, and motor vehicle check.