Job Description
About the Role:
Horizon Financial Partners is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our growing finance team in New Orleans, LA. This is a direct-hire position offering a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Why Join Horizon Financial Partners?
- Competitive Compensation: Salary range of $60k - $85k depending on experience.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching.
- Growth: Clear career progression paths within a stable organization.
- Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work schedule options available.
Job Summary:
The Senior Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and assisting in the preparation of financial reports. You will play a key role in the month-end close process and internal audits.
Responsibilities
- Manage the full-cycle accounts payable and accounts receivable processes to ensure timely and accurate transaction recording.
- Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in strict accordance with GAAP.
- Perform monthly bank reconciliations and general ledger account reconciliations.
- Assist in the preparation of annual tax returns and corporate compliance documentation.
- Conduct internal audits and provide recommendations for process improvements and cost reduction.
- Collaborate with the finance team to develop and monitor annual budgets and cash flow forecasts.
- Maintain and update fixed asset schedules and inventory valuations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required; CPA certification is a strong plus.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience in a corporate or public accounting environment.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP).
- Strong working knowledge of US tax laws and financial reporting standards.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with a high attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.