Sr. Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations and financial reporting for multiple entities in Metairie, Louisiana. This position plays a key role in month-end close activities, statement preparation, account analysis, and regulatory reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound knowledge of accounting principles, and the ability to manage recurring deadlines with accuracy and consistency.

Responsibilities:
• Record and post recurring and non-recurring journal entries each month to maintain accurate financial records across assigned entities.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules, ensuring results are complete, timely, and ready for internal review.
• Review balance sheet activity and perform account analysis to confirm accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and support period-end close.
• Complete a variety of reconciliations, including general ledger and bank-related accounts, and investigate outstanding items as needed.
• Organize and upload monthly accounting documentation, including work papers, financial reports, and manual entries, into the designated document management system.
• Compile workers' compensation reporting data and submit required information for insurance-related coverage and audit support.
• Produce quarterly and annual insurance company statements in accordance with reporting deadlines and filing requirements.
• Prepare consolidated annual reporting packages and coordinate required submissions for external rating and regulatory organizations.
• Assist with additional accounting assignments and ad hoc reporting needs to support the finance team.

• 3+ years of accounting experience, with strong exposure to month-end close and financial reporting.

• Solid understanding of general ledger accounting, journal entries, account reconciliations, and bank reconciliations.

• Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and their application in day-to-day accounting activities.

• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail when managing multiple deadlines.

• Proficiency with accounting systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with internal teams and external parties.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred.

For confidential consideration, please reach out to Emily Schneller, Robert Half Recruiting Manager, at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half.