Sr. Accountant

Description We are partnering with an organization in Baton Rouge to find a Sr. Accountant. This role is entrenched in the industry of full cycle accounting, with a focus on fund accounting within a governmental setting. Responsibilities: Oversee and manage full cycle accounting operations. Conduct fund accounting tasks in a governmental setting. Utilize NetSuite software for various accounting tasks. Use Microsoft Excel for data analysis and presentation. Perform account reconciliation to ensure accurate reporting and ledger maintenance. Conduct balance sheet reconciliation to confirm account balances. Execute bank reconciliations to validate records. Maintain the general ledger to keep accurate financial records. Prepare journal entries for income and expenses. Manage month end close procedures to ensure timely reporting.Requirements Ideally will hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Minimum of 2 years of experience working as an Accountant or in a similar role. Proficiency in Account Reconciliation, Balance Sheet Reconciliation, and Bank Reconciliations. Skilled in working with General Ledger and Journal Entries. Proficient in Microsoft Excel for financial analysis and reporting. Experience with Month End Close procedures. Familiarity with NetSuite, Oracle, and SAP accounting software. Strong analytical skills with an attention to detail. Good time management skills and ability to meet deadlines. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Willingness to continually update skills and knowledge in the field of accounting. Must be legally authorized to work in the specified location.For confidential consideration, please reach out to Emily Schneller, Robert Half Recruiting Manager, at 504-264-5922. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half. 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.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .