Sr. Accountant

Robert Half • Baton Rouge, LA • 6h ago

Description We are looking for a skilled Senior Accountant to join our team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a vital role in managing and maintaining accurate financial records while assisting with complex accounting processes. This opportunity is ideal for professionals with a strong background in full-cycle accounting and financial reconciliation, seeking a dynamic role within the higher education industry.

Responsibilities:

Prepare and review accurate journal entries to ensure proper financial reporting.

Oversee the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

Conduct detailed account reconciliations to verify the accuracy of financial records.

Manage bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.

Support full-cycle accounting operations, including accounts payable and receivable.

Analyze financial data to identify trends and provide actionable insights.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.

Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded.

Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and organizational policies.

Assist in preparing audit documentation and responding to auditor inquiries. Requirements - Proven experience in month-end and year-end close processes.

Proficiency in preparing and analyzing journal entries.

Strong expertise in account and bank reconciliations.

Solid understanding of general ledger management and full-cycle accounting.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Exceptional analytical skills with attention to detail.

Strong communication skills to collaborate across departments.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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