Senior Accountant
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NOLA Gold Rugby is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to lead our accounting team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial processes, contributing to the overall financial health of the organization. This role involves managing the month-end close process, financial reporting, and analysis, as well as maintaining compliance with accounting standards and regulations. Responsibilities Accounting Team Oversight: Supervise and lead the accounting team to ensure efficient and accurate financial processing. Mentor team members and foster a collaborative work environment. Month-End Close: Manage and oversee the month-end close process, ensuring all financial transactions are recorded correctly. Coordinate with the accounting team to complete all necessary tasks promptly to meet internal deadlines. Financial Reporting: Prepare, analyze, and present monthly financial statements and other financial reports. Ensure reports are accurate and comply with accounting standards. Provide comprehensive financial updates to management, highlighting significant financial status and changes. Financial Analysis: Conduct detailed financial analyses to identify trends, forecast future implications, and provide actionable insights to aid strategic and operational decision-making. Collaborate with department heads to understand financial needs and scenarios. General Ledger Maintenance: Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by ensuring all transactions are accounted for and properly recorded. Update and reconcile ledger to ensure accurate financial data. Account Reconciliations: Perform regular account reconciliations to confirm the accuracy of transactions and balance sheet accounts, including bank reconciliations. Investigate and resolve any discrepancies identified. Budgeting Support: Assist in the preparation, analysis, and review of annual budgets and forecasts. Work closely with management to ensure budgets align with strategic plans. Compliance and Controls: Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting. Uphold internal controls to maintain financial security. Journal Entries: Prepare and post journal entries, including adjustments and accruals, to ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely. Assistance in Reporting: Support the creation and maintenance of financial reports and documentation that reflect the company's financial status. Provide support during external audits and reviews as needed. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or advanced accounting degree preferred. At least 5 years of accounting experience, with a strong background in financial reporting and analysis. Proven experience in managing a team and month-end close processes. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP), practices, standards, laws, and regulations. High proficiency in financial software and Excel. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $75,000 Annual Bonus/Commission: No