Accountant Project

Bernhard, LLC

Baton Rouge, LA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounts Payable, Adobe Product Family, Analysis Skills, Auditing, Billing, Budgeting, Cash Management, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Construction Engineering, Detail Oriented, Disbursements, Environmental Regulations, External Audit, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Projections, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Internal Audit, Journal Entries, Leadership, Lift/Move 20 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Operational Audit, Performance Analysis, Policy Development, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Procedure Development, Project Evaluation, Project/Program Coordination, Reconciliation, Technical Accounting, Time Management, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Baton Rouge, LA
POSTED
3 days ago

Overview The Project Accountant is responsible for overseeing accounting for the UAMS ESPC Project including maintenance of the general ledger and the month‑end close process. They work closely with the Program Management team in areas including budget and forecast preparation, project financial analysis, and development of internal control policies and procedures.Responsibilities Performs daily and monthly accounting processes including journal entries, account reconciliations and general ledger transactions.Prepares monthly client invoicing in coordination with the Program Management team.Enters subcontractor accounts payable invoices and manages needed cash disbursements.Assists in the preparation and analysis of financial information in accordance with GAAP.Prepares routine financial reports and ad‑hoc reports for operational review and decision making.Provides analysis and recommendations to senior leadership by analyzing project financial performance, analyzing budget variances, and ensuring compliance.Assists with submission of information and necessary communication with internal and external auditors and responds appropriately to auditor comments and recommendations.Qualifications Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.3+ years of accounting experience.Intermediate level skills in Adobe, Excel and other MS Office tools.Effective verbal and written communication skills.Detail‑oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast‑paced environment.Versed in the industry and the company's competitors.Ability to multitask and perform duties outside of the scope of work when necessary.Preferred Education, Experience, and Qualifications Experience with mid‑large size engineering/construction organization.CPA license.Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of US GAAP.Ability to work well under pressure and within short deadlines.High‑level analytic skills.Travel Requirements 0‑5% of time will be spent traveling to job site(s)/office location.Physical/Work Environment Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Climbing stairs.Remaining in a stationary position, often kneeling, standing or sitting for prolonged periods.Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.Quiet environment.Light work that includes adjusting and/or moving objects up to 20 pounds.ENFRA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities, and participates in the e‑Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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Bernhard, LLC