General Ledger Accountant

Job Title:

General Ledger Accountant Department:

Finance/Accounting Reports To:

Controller Location:

Michoud Assembly Facility The General Ledger Accountant will support the Controller with ownership of cash applications including Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. Journal entries, reconciliations and variance analysis are core components to supporting reporting, compliance, and internal controls. This role is key in ensuring accurate financial data is maintained, timely financial statements are produced, and regulatory requirements are met.

Core Accounting Operations:

• Ownership of cash applications including accounts payable, accounts receivable and credit cards.
• Perform reconciliations for balance sheet accounts, resolving discrepancies.
• Review transactions to ensure correct classification of expenses
• Drive timely and accurate closing processes, preparing supporting schedules.
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries (accruals, reclassifications, intercompany) and ensure accurate transaction recording.
• Collaborate on accounting policy and procedure updates with new system integrations.

Additional Accounting Operations:

• Assist with inventory, project accounting and budget related requests
• Assist with fixed assets, prepaids, intangible assets and other balance sheet accounts.
• Assist with 13-week cash flow preparation
• Assist in preparing for internal and external audits

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in accounting (manufacturing, project/cost accounting preferred)
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Intermediate MS Excel skills (Pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).
• High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy.
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Self-starter who can work independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong time management skills including multitasking and prioritization

Desired Qualifications:

• CPA or advanced degree (in progress) preferred
• Epicor or other ERP experience preferred
• Exposure to government contract regulations (FAR, DFARS, etc) preferred
• Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.

Working Conditions:

• Full-time position on site at Michoud Assembly Facility (MAF) near New Orleans.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
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Work Schedule Location Requirement:

This position is located on a federal facility. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and are required to pass a comprehensive background check to meet the security clearance standards necessary for work in this environment.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

New Orleans, LA (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

New Orleans, LA:

Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person