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General Ledger Accountant-500000
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What they do
An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$71,647 / year median in Louisiana
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Responsible for properly performing all financial activities related to the General Ledger Accounting Department, in accordance with established policies, procedures and controls.
EDUCATION and/or
EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related area from a four year college or university, or three to five years of experience in Accounting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess effective communication and organizational skills. A minimum of one-year experience in General Ledger Accounting, with concentration on balance sheet account reconciliation, fixed assets, financial analysis and spreadsheet creation, required. Must be computer-literate.