Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for a skilled Accountant to join our team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role will focus on financial management, reporting, and compliance to ensure the organization's financial records are accurate and well-maintained. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in accounting principles, financial systems, and audit processes, along with a strong ability to manage accounts payable, receivable, and vendor relationships.
Responsibilities:
• Prepare and review financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and organizational policies.
• Perform regular reconciliations of the general ledger to maintain accurate financial records.
• Compile monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including income statements and detailed analyses of student accounts and operational expenditures.
• Assist in developing financial forecasts and budgeting plans in collaboration with the Executive Director.
• Manage and update financial data in accounting software, ensuring records are current and precise.
• Oversee access controls and user permissions in financial management systems to maintain data security.
• Support the audit process by organizing financial records, providing necessary documentation, and ensuring compliance with audit requirements.
• Handle accounts payable and receivable functions, including processing invoices, tracking payments, and conducting reconciliations.
• Monitor vendor transactions and payments to ensure proper allocation and documentation.
• Verify and process financial data for cafeteria operations and equipment tracking.
For consideration, please contact Mary Wood @ Robert Half 504-383-0743. Thank you!
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or finance, preferably in a non-profit setting.
• Proficiency in preparing journal entries and managing general ledger accounts.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and creating financial statements.
• Ability to manage vendor relationships and ensure accurate payment processing.
• Familiarity with audit processes and compliance requirements, including local, state, and federal regulations.
• Skilled in bank reconciliations and tracking profit and loss statements.
• Advanced proficiency in accounting software and financial systems management.