Senior Accountant Position Available In [Unknown county], Louisiana

Senior Accountant Plano, Texas; Baton Rouge, Louisiana Accounting/Finance 12133 Overview & Responsibilities In business for more than 70 years, Republic Finance is proud to be a trusted lender in over 250 communities across the United States! We specialize in providing flexible lending solutions and incomparable customer service. Driven by our shared mission to pursue excellence for our team, our customers, and our performance, we are continuously improving our customer offerings in tandem with opening more branches in new states each year. We also regularly promote from within and enjoy giving back to the communities we serve. In a nutshell, our company culture is about helping customers, investing in our employee’s future, and ensuring that our performance makes an impact on our community! The Senior Accountant coordinates the monthly completion of ledger accounts and financial statements for a high-growth company. Engages in the research and analysis of business and accounting transactions, be responsible for and assist with the reconciliation of various commercial bank accounts and lines of credit. This position requires knowledge and understanding of GAAP accounting concepts, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, initiative and creativity. Work includes various related individual and group projects as necessary in a high-growth business. Experience in consumer finance, banking or insurance industries is a plus. This is a hybrid role working out of our Plano, TX or Baton Rouge, LA corporate offices.

Job responsibilities are as follows:

Responsible for the timely and accurate completion of ledger accounts and financial statements.
Responsible for the preparation of GAAP financial statements and other financial reports.
Reports the organization’s finances to management, evaluates and makes appropriate improvements to internal accounting processes ensuring that practices are in line with the overall goals of the organization.
Researches and analyzes accounting transactions. Analyzes trends, costs and revenues.
Reconciles business line of credit account balances, interest costs and variable interest rates. Responsible for the accurate creation and timely submission of various banking, federal, and regulatory statistical reports.
Oversee and assist with commercial finance transactions and reporting.
Oversee financial reporting related to credit insurance and offshore captive.
Oversee and assist with the creation and delivery state, county and muni tax reporting.
Has thorough knowledge of financial accounting and GAAP concepts, practices, and procedures.
Possesses strong analytical skills and a wide degree of creativity and latitude.
Engages in special projects and other tasks as needed or required. Requirements BS in Accounting, Finance, or related field
4+ years of experience in the field of public or mid-sized company accounting doing full cycle month-end close, intermediate financial reporting and bank reconciliations. CPA designation or CPA candidate is preferred.
Previous finance company accounting, tax accounting and/or insurance industry experience is a plus.
Ability to make sound, independent judgments within established guidelines
Ability to organize own work, set priorities and meet critical deadlines in a dynamic environment
Ability and desire to work with others in a cooperative, positive and constructive manner
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
Proficiency in MS Office products, including Excel and Access. SQL is a plus. Experience with MS Dynamics General Ledger a plus. Benefits We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including: Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) to start + 1 additional personal holiday
401k + employer match
Company provided Life Insurance & Long Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program – Confidential mental health support Additional benefits with Republic Finance include: Employee of the Month Program
Philanthropic support for charities such as Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and the American Cancer Society
Regular drawings for Sports tickets
Professional offices with a friendly team environment