Sr. Accountant
Robert Half
Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to support core accounting operations for a higher education organization in New Orleans, Louisiana. This contract-to-permanent position is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail who can manage close activities, maintain accurate financial records, and contribute across the full accounting cycle. The role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment while helping ensure timely and reliable financial reporting.
Responsibilities:• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate general ledger activity.
• Lead key portions of the month-end and year-end close processes to support timely financial reporting.
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate variances to ensure balances are complete and accurate.
• Reconcile bank accounts regularly and resolve outstanding items in coordination with internal stakeholders.
• Assist with full-cycle accounting activities, including recording transactions and supporting financial statement preparation.
• Review financial data for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with internal accounting standards.
• Support audits and reporting requests by organizing documentation and responding to accounting inquiries.• Proven experience in a senior-level accounting role with responsibility for general ledger activity.
• Strong background in month-end close and year-end close procedures.
• Hands-on experience preparing journal entries and maintaining accurate supporting documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to complete account reconciliations and bank reconciliations with a high degree of accuracy.
• Solid understanding of full-cycle accounting principles and financial reporting processes.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify discrepancies and resolve issues efficiently.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and spreadsheet tools used for reconciliation and reporting.
Vacancy posted 16 days ago
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