Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to support core accounting operations for a power generation organization in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting period-end close activities, and helping ensure compliance with internal standards and sound accounting practices. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, a proactive work style, and the ability to collaborate effectively across the accounting team.
Responsibilities:
- Review and maintain financial records and reporting data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with accounting standards and departmental guidelines.
- Record, verify, and consolidate financial transactions while supporting the reliability of the general ledger through routine analysis and review.
- Prepare journal entries for assets, liabilities, revenue, and expenses by analyzing account activity and supporting documentation.
- Reconcile balance sheet and bank accounts on a regular basis, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items in a timely manner.
- Lead monthly close activities by preparing entries, supporting schedules, and related documentation required for accurate period-end reporting.
- Strengthen financial recordkeeping processes by applying efficient methods and current technology tools to improve organization and accuracy.
- Provide direction on day-to-day accounting tasks and help coordinate work across members of the accounting team when needed.
- Evaluate internal controls, participate in risk-focused reviews, and identify opportunities to improve financial processes and safeguards.
- Handle sensitive financial information with discretion and uphold confidentiality in all accounting activities.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent practical experience in a related field.
- At least 1 year of accounting experience, with exposure to general ledger activity and month-end close responsibilities.
- Working knowledge of journal entries, account reconciliations, and bank reconciliations.
- Familiarity with accounts payable processes and core accounting operations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong financial management skills with a high level of accuracy, organization, and follow-through.
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and collaborate effectively with others.
- Commitment to ethical conduct and maintaining confidentiality in handling financial information.