Accountant

We’d love to have you join our team as an Accountant in our Covington, LA office.

Company Overview:

Ampirical has been committed to improving and strengthening the power grid since the company’s inception. Just as an ampere is the base unit for electric current, Ampirical takes pride in being on the leading edge of innovation and technology, allowing our industry to flow forward in a positive direction.

We show gratitude for our customers and uplift our team members who make it all happen. We embrace challenging - yet rewarding - work, and we invest in our people every step along the way.

Working at Ampirical is a career, not just a job. Please enjoy this video about our culture.

Job Summary:

The Accountant I is responsible for creating and maintaining accurate and compliant financial documents, requiring in-depth analysis of company financials and partnering with finance leaders on long-term strategy.

What we Offer:

We offer a highly competitive compensation & benefits package for all full-time employees. You can review all of the details of our benefits package here. Below are some highlights. 

The salary range for this position is $60,000 - Commensurate, dependent on relevant experience, education, and qualifications. We also offer semi-annual profit-sharing bonuses based on company profits to share in the mutual success! In the past, these have ranges between 3.5% - 11.5% of annual salary. 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision effective your 1^st day of employment
• 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting)
• 120 hours (about 15 days) of paid time off (PTO)
• 10 paid holiday days
• Flexible work schedule (every other Friday off)
• Opportunity for advancement and career growth
• Employer-sponsored Life Insurance, short-term and long-term Disability Insurance
• Gym Membership Stipend
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• Pet Insurance

Who You Are:

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or a 8 years of relevant experience
• Experience working in a professional Accounting setting preferred but not required
• Microsoft Excel proficiency
• Office 365 experience preferred
• Deltek Vantagepoint experience a plus
• Strong analytical skills
• Effective problem-solving skills to identify and correct financial discrepancies
• Technical accounting skills
• Written and verbal communication skills to share accounting information
• Understanding of accounting standards and regulatory requirements
• Ability to work on a team and independently
• Strong organizational skills

What You'll Do:

• Analyze, correct, and prepare financial data through ledger journal entries
• Analyze general ledger accounts for proper coding of transactions; partner with relevant parties to educate on any corrections needed
• Assist with monthly reconcile accounts
• Enter financial data and transactions into the general ledger
• Compile and file sales taxes monthly, quarterly, and annually, ensuring company compliance and keeping up with requirements
• Generate key financial reports, presenting reports to financial leadership
• Assist with payroll processing
• Assist with payroll taxes entries and/or gather tax research when applicable
• Assist with the preparation and review of internal department budgets
• Support the Assistant Controller and Controller in other financial professionals in their duties where needed

EEO Statement:

Ampirical is an Equal Opportunity Employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on the following characteristics in our hiring and employment practices: Age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion or religious attire, marital status, pregnancy (child birth or related medical conditions), citizenship status or amnesty, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, sickle-cell trait, status as a tobacco user or non-user, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Salary : $60,000