We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Kenner, Louisiana. In this position, you will play a critical role in managing journal entries, financial reconciliations, and month-end closings. This opportunity offers a dynamic work environment where your skills will contribute to the preparation of financial statements, budgets, and compliance reporting. This is a short-term contract to full time employment opportunity. Responsibilities:• Prepare journal entries and reconcile accounts, including cash, payroll, and prepaid expenses.• Conduct monthly balance sheet and income statement analysis to support management reporting.• Assist in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings, ensuring accurate financial documentation.• Maintain and update the fixed asset ledger, including depreciation schedules and reconciliations.• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting procedures while adhering to regulatory standards.• Manage intercompany transactions, billings, and reconciliations.• Collaborate with external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits.• Produce financial statements, cash flow projections, and budget reports.• Participate in department initiatives and handle ad-hoc reporting as needed.• Analyze financial data and present it in clear, actionable formats for stakeholders.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics is preferred. • Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience, with a strong foundation in general ledger and journal entries. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office programs is essential. • Familiarity with accounting software such as NetSuite or Blackline is advantageous. • Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail. • Demonstrated organizational, written, and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet critical deadlines. • Experience with corporate tax returns, sales tax, weekly payroll, and accounts payable processes is a plus.

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Kenner, LA
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
24.00 - 26.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Kenner, Louisiana. In this position, you will play a critical role in managing journal entries, financial reconciliations, and month-end closings. This opportunity offers a dynamic work environment where your skills will contribute to the preparation of financial statements, budgets, and compliance reporting. This is a short-term contract to full time employment opportunity. Responsibilities:• Prepare journal entries and reconcile accounts, including cash, payroll, and prepaid expenses.• Conduct monthly balance sheet and income statement analysis to support management reporting.• Assist in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings, ensuring accurate financial documentation.• Maintain and update the fixed asset ledger, including depreciation schedules and reconciliations.• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting procedures while adhering to regulatory standards.• Manage intercompany transactions, billings, and reconciliations.• Collaborate with external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits.• Produce financial statements, cash flow projections, and budget reports.• Participate in department initiatives and handle ad-hoc reporting as needed.• Analyze financial data and present it in clear, actionable formats for stakeholders.
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