Senior Accountant
Accounting | Metairie, LA | Full Time
Job Description
The Senior Accountant will perform accounting activities and functions and will assist the Controller in creating timely and accurate financial records for the organization.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Duties/Responsibilities:
Perform daily transaction entries in ERP (Unanet) to reflect business activity.
Record manual and ACH payments processed outside of Accounts Payable as needed.
Prepare and record journal entries for recurring transactions as a part of the monthly close process.
Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations for relevant balance sheet accounts as designated by the Controller.
Prepare monthly bank reconciliations for relevant bank accounts as designated by the Controller.
Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements and finance package for board presentation.
Processing of monthly invoices for departments as designated by the Controller.
Assist in administration of client portals for the invoice processing function as designated by the Controller.
Assist in Aged Receivables payment follow-up.
Assist in check deposits as needed.
Assist in posting of receipt journals for wire transfers and check payments from clients.
Assist in posting payroll general ledger journals as needed.
Cross training in payroll as a backup function.
Assist in the maintenance of personnel data in the ERP (Unanet) to reflect the most updated employee records inclusive of pay rate changes and terminations.
Assist in the completion of employee profile setup in the ERP (Unanet) including assignment of permissions and dashboards for all new hires.
Preparation, filing and maintenance of required reporting and license renewals for divisions as designated by the Controller.
Assist in the maintenance of Fixed Assets on Asset Keeper and posting of journal entries on ERP to reflect additions, disposals, and monthly depreciation.
Assist with the development of departmental standards, procedures and process workflows.
Assist in the preparation and supply of support documentation for annual audits as requested by the Controller.
Assist in the maintenance of Certificate of Insurance records for subcontractors.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from a four-year college or university, CPA preferred.
Minimum of 10 years accounting experience.
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Software:
Proficient with ERP systems, Unanet is a plus.
Proficient with Microsoft Office, SharePoint or related software.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel preferred.
Experience in Power BI is a plus.
Perks:
Insurance, Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance and much more!
Financial & Retirement: 401(k) Plan, 401(k) Match and Performance Bonus.
Family & Parenting: Flexible Hours, Flexible Schedule, and Family Medical Leave.
Vacation & Time Off: Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Paid Floating Holiday and Bereavement Leave.
Perks & Discounts: Employee Discounts, Employee Assistance Program and Lunch & Learns.
Professional Support. Job Training, Professional Development and Tuition Assistance.