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Robert Half Staff Accountant in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Description
Robert Half is partnering with a well established but fast growing Baton Rouge company in search of a diligent and meticulous Staff Accountant. In this role, you will play a crucial part in managing and reporting on the company's leased assets and fixed asset portfolio while ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations. This direct hire opportunity offers a competitive compensation range, full benefits package, hybrid work schedule and career development opportunities!
Responsibilities:
• Participate in the month-end close process by preparing adjusting and recurring journal entries and analyzing the general ledger accounts to guarantee record accuracy.
• Monitor lease modifications, renewals, and terminations, and accurately reflect these changes in the financial records.
• Prepare and review lease accounting entries and reconciliations.
• Reconcile Balance Sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain the fixed asset register and ensure timely capitalization of asset purchases.
• Track and manage fixed asset acquisitions, disposals, and transfers.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Stay updated with accounting principles to ensure continuous improvement of procedures for optimal departmental performance and accuracy.
• Prepare supporting documentation for internal and external audits.
• Protect the organization's value by maintaining confidentiality.
• Support special projects and initiatives as needed.
Requirements
• Proficiency in performing Bank Reconciliations
• Demonstrated ability to manage General Ledger
• Experience in preparing Journal Entries
• Proven capability in handling Month End Close processes
• Familiarity with the NetSuite software system a plus
• Experience in managing Fixed Assets a plus
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong ethical standards and high levels of integrity
For confidential consideration, contact Hayley Euper at 504-383-0704 or apply today!
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