Sr Accountant

Description Robert Half Management Resources is looking for an achievement-oriented Senior Accountant to join a well-established company in the New Orleans, LA area. In the role, you will be planning and directing all accounting operational functions, handling the accumulation and consolidation of financial data for internal and external financial statements, evaluating accounting and internal control systems, and leading departmental staff. We are seeking an individual for this role who is able to motivate others by maintaining a positive professional attitude; exhibit integrity, reliability, and leadership; and is capable of providing exceptional client services by managing self and others by responding with a sense of urgency, practicality and accountability.Role & Responsibilities

Lead the operations of the finance department which includes accounts payable, billings & collections, payroll

Responsible for month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis

Prepare cash-flow reports, projecting cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, daily cash management

Drive the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques to ensure the timely cash collection

Present monthly financial reports to executive committee and partners

Assist in the production of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor on a monthly basis

Requirements

Requirements:

Bachelor's of Accounting or related field required; CPA preferred

8+ years of progressive accounting experience and at least 3 years at a Senior Accountant level

Larger ERP experience required

Microsoft Excel - formulas and pivot tables

Ability to handle both high level and day to day functions while working directly with accounting/administration team, executive leaders and operations

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