Accountant – General Ledger Position Available In Rapides, Louisiana

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The Accountant II, General Ledger is an experienced professional with knowledge of and some experience with Finance Operations principles, practices, concepts, and theories. The incumbent provides accounting analysis functions necessary to ensure financial activities are recorded and reported accurately and interprets and understands the significance behind the numbers. The incumbent researches and analyzes financial data, and assists the Supervisor, General Ledger with research to support operating decisions and enhance existing processes; and performs reconciliations of routine accounting information. The incumbent provides support in the onboarding of entry-level employees with General Ledger responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual financial analysis and reporting; identify accounting problem areas and provide correcting recommendations and enhancements
Analyze transactions for accuracy; calculate, create, and process miscellaneous journals to ensure the accuracy of financial information; perform reconciliations of various accounting information and/or systems
Prepare Technical Accounting write-ups documenting routine General Ledger Accounting task and policies.
Monitor, maintain, and ensure compliance with all SOX documented controls in General Ledger area; provide support and analysis of accounting data for management and for audit inquiries
Assist in the proper classification of invoices, inventory transactions, payroll charges and transportation expenditures; provide accounting assistance regarding accounting systems, functions, reports, processes and procedures
Adhere to General Ledger/Accounting standards, procedures, and processes; provide high quality customer service to internal and external stakeholders in response to questions pertaining to General Ledger
Support the General Ledger Supervisor with the development and implementation of appropriate metrics to manage business risks and improve decision making; consider future implications beyond an immediate problem
Contribute in the analysis of historical data and identify trends to increase accountability and improve decision making for General Ledger department, and contribute to the development of reports to effectively communicate insights that can impact Finance and the broader organization
Actively engage in process improvement initiatives to enhance General Ledger service delivery and processes; assist with process automation and design by identifying areas to reduce routine manual tasks
Participate in the integration of current systems (e.g., SAP) and analytical techniques to enhance/streamline current operations
Demonstrate ethical business conduct and compliance with both the letter and spirit of all laws, rules and regulations to which Cleco is subject
Champion a corporate culture that emphasizes transparency, integrity, safety, environmental responsibility, employee development, diversity and inclusion, customer service, and operational excellence. Qualifications
Required Education, Experience, & Skills Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting related field
3+ years of related experience
Experience with Financial Systems/SAP preferred
Experience with Microsoft tools and applications required
Strong analytical, problem-solving, planning, and project management skills
Willingness and ability to learn new technologies on the job
Ability to exercise judgment with little direction/guidance but also knows when to escalate to the General Ledger Supervisor
Proficient at functioning effectively within a team environment, present ideas and opinions in a respective and collegial manner
Knowledge of GAAP, Internal Control processes
Step progression to this level is typically restricted based on business requirement Licenses and Certifications CPA or meets the requirements to sit for the CPA exam preferred Primary Competencies

BEHAVIORAL

Balances Stakeholders
Drives Vision & Purpose
Business Insight
Ensures Accountability
Courage
Instills Trust
Demonstrates Self-Awareness
Nimble Learning
Communicates Effectively
Plans and Aligns
Drives Results
Strategic Mindset
Safety

TECHNICAL

(Core for Function) Core Accounting
Financial Reporting & Data Analysis
Industry & Business Knowledge
Risk Management
Business Partnering
Project & Change Management
Safety
Financial Transaction Management
Financial Systems
Governance & Internal Control
Regulatory Accounting May perform other duties as assigned.
Salary dependent on experience, skills, education, and training.