Accountant II - General Ledger

Cleco • Pineville, LA • 21h ago

At Cleco, we're not just powering lives-we're powering a cleaner, smarter future for Louisiana. With bold investments in innovative energy solutions, we're transforming how we power our communities: smarter, cleaner, and more sustainable. This is a long-term commitment to our people and our communities because our future-and the future of generations to come-depends on it. If you're ready to make an impact where it matters most, join us at Cleco- where we're Energizing Your Tomorrow.

The Accountant I - General Ledger is an entry level professional with knowledge of General Ledger principles, practices, concepts, and theories. The incumbent is responsible for performing day to day activities including account reconciliations, variance analysis, and preparation of routine journal entries. The nature of their General Ledger work is standard with little complexity and tends to have some precedent. The incumbent receives moderate level of guidance and direction and works under general supervision to complete assigned processes or activities, in accordance with department practices. The incumbent may identify improvements to General Ledger activities and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual financial analysis and reporting

Analyze transactions for accuracy; calculate, create, and process routine journals to ensure the accuracy of financial information; perform reconciliations of various accounting information and/or systems

Monitor, maintain, and ensure compliance with all SOX documented controls in General Ledger area; provide support and analysis of accounting data for management and for audit inquiries

Apply defined General Ledger approaches, utilize appropriate standards, procedures, and processes to complete tasks; provide customer service to internal and external stakeholders in response to questions pertaining to General Ledger

Provide communication and regular updates on assigned tasks as requested by the General Ledger Supervisor and senior staff; identify risks in delivery and actively support business development objectives

Support the General Ledger Supervisor with the development and implementation of appropriate metrics to manage business risks and improve decision making; consider future implications beyond an immediate problem

Participate in the analysis of historical data and identify trends to increase accountability and improve decision making for General Ledger, and contribute to the development of reports to effectively communicate insights that can impact Finance and the broader organization

Actively engage in process improvement initiatives to enhance General Ledger service delivery and processes; assist with process automation and design by identifying areas to reduce routine manual tasks

Participate in the integration of current systems (e.g., SAP) and analytical techniques to enhance/streamline current operations

Champion a corporate culture that emphasizes transparency, integrity, safety, environmental responsibility, employee development, diversity and inclusion, customer service, and operational excellence

Qualifications

Required Education, Skills & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration with a Concentration in Accounting

0-3+ years of related experience

Experience with Financial Systems/SAP preferred

Experience with Microsoft tools and applications required

Strong analytical, problem-solving, planning, and project management skills

Willingness and ability to learn new technologies on the job

Ability to exercise judgment with little direction/guidance but also knows when to escalate to the General Ledger Supervisor

Knowledge of GAAP, Internal Control processes

Proficient at functioning effectively within a team environment, present ideas and opinions in a respective and collegial manner

Licenses and Certifications

CPA or meets the requirements to sit for the CPA exam preferred

Key Competencies

BEHAVIORAL

Building Partnerships

Leading Teams

Business Acumen

Communication

Courage

Building Self-Insight

Driving for Results

Energizing the Organization

Driving Execution

Building Trusting Relationships

Driving Innovation

Planning and Organizing

Safety

Establishing Strategic Direction

TECHNICAL

Core Accounting

Financial Reporting & Data Analysis

Industry & Business Knowledge

Risk Management

Business Partnering

Project & Change Management

Financial Transaction Management

Financial Systems

Governance & Internal Control

Regulatory Accounting

May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary dependent on experience, skills, education, and training.

Cleco

Go to Apply

Share this job

Similar Jobs

Loan Sales Specialist

OneMain Financial • Alexandria, LA • 2w ago

Finance, Accounting & Banking

At OneMain, Loan Sales Specialists empower customers by listening to their needs and providing access to friendly, fast, and affordable financing for life's expenses. In this role, our team members thrive in a competitiv...

2w ago

Go to Apply

Warehouse Part Time Days

Lowe's • Pineville, LA • 22h ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

Your Impact at Lowe's Receiver/Stocker associates help keep our stores running and provide access to the products our customers need. If you are an active, organized, and safety-minded person with a keen eye for detail,...

22h ago

Go to Apply

Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Health PRN

CenterWell • Alexandria, LA • 1d ago

Hospital & Medical

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first Make a meaningful impact every day as a CenterWell Home Health nurse. You'll provide personalized, one-on-one care that helps patients regain independenc...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Retail Merchandiser

Acosta Group • Alexandria, LA • 2d ago

Retail & Hospitality

Retail Merchandiser General Information Company: CRO-US Location: ALEXANDRIA, Louisiana, 71301 Ref #: 100104 Function: Merchandising Employment Duration: Part-time Description and Requirements CROSSMARK is seeking an ene...

2d ago

Go to Apply

XDT Market Supervisor

Lowe's • Boyce, LA • 2d ago

Your Impact at Lowe's As a Market Delivery Supervisor, you'll be the driving force behind the seamless operation of our delivery services, leading a team that ensures our customers receive exceptional service. By managin...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Senior Social Worker

Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration • Alexandria, LA • 3d ago

Hospital & Medical

Summary The Senior Social Worker functions as the Case Manager for the Suicide Prevention program. The Suicide Prevention program serves to facilitate the implementation of suicide prevention strategies at the Alexandria...

3d ago

Go to Apply

Social Worker

Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration • Alexandria, LA • 3d ago

Hospital & Medical

Summary This position serves as Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the Mental Health Residential Recovery and Treatment Program (MHRRTP) at the Alexandria VA Health Care System (AVAHCS) main campus. Responsibiliti...

3d ago

Go to Apply

Account Sales Rep II

MarketSource • Pineville, LA • 4d ago

Sales & Marketing

131622BRTitle:Account Sales Rep IIJob Description:Account Sales Representative MarketSource, an Allegis Group company, delivers integrated sales solutions by hiring, training and managing industry-specific professionals...

4d ago

Go to Apply

Branch Operations Intern

Republic Finance, LLC • Alexandria, LA • 4d ago

Overview & Responsibilities Are you a current Junior or Senior in college that is seeking an Internship with a Finance or Business focus? If so, then look no more! Republic Finance is seeking Interns for our Branch O...

4d ago

Go to Apply

Onsite Calibration Technician-TRAVEL REQUIRED

JM TEST SYSTEMS LLC • Alexandria, LA • 6d ago

Retail & Hospitality

Now Hiring: Travel Calibration Technicians! JM Test Systems is seeking a skilled and reliable OnsiteCalibration Technician to perform field calibrations across a wide variety ofmeasurement disciplines, including temperat...

6d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.