What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at Arc Of Acadiana Inc?
Job Title: Accountant
Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site, Salaried Position
Location: Central Office - New Iberia, LA
Department: Accounting
Reports To: Accounting Manager
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Job Summary: Arc of Acadiana is seeking an experienced Accountant to join our expanding accounting team. The ideal candidate would be a self-starting professional with strong computer, analytical, problem-solving skills and would have extensive double-entry accounting experience.
Key Responsibilities of the Position:
- Analyze and interpret data and properly prepare general ledger entries.
- Maintain supporting schedules for prepaids, accruals, and amortized expenses.
- Maintain organized and detailed documentation to support financial transactions.
- Perform general ledger account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.
- Collaborate with accounting team and management to meet department and organization objectives.
- Assist with external audit preparations.
- Balances multiple demands, prioritizes tasks, and retains clear focus.
- Communicate effectively internally and externally.
- Assist with research, development, and implementation of new accounting processes.
- Assist with special projects, as necessary.
Requirements and/or Preferred Experience
- Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience. Bachelor, Associate, or Accounting Certificate beneficial.
- Demonstrates understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
- Strong math acumen.
- Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office Suite, particularly Excel
- Demonstrates a strong understanding of confidentiality protocols and a commitment to protecting sensitive information.
- Ability to focus on specifics while also understanding the broader context and implications of a situation, project, or task.
- Adaptable to change.
References
Three professional references required.
