Accounting Coordinator

About the role

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a variety of organizations in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role offers a competitive compensation, bonus structure, and benefits plan, hybrid work schedule, and opportunities for continued career growth.

Responsibilities

• Produce monthly financial statements for assigned properties with a strong focus on accuracy and timely completion.
• Complete recurring month-end accounting activities by following established close procedures and maintaining required supporting schedules.
• Reconcile bank accounts, investigate variances, and prepare documentation that supports account balances and financial reporting.
• Record journal entries, including monthly rent-related activity, and ensure each entry is backed by appropriate support.
• Review property-level transactions such as tenant charges, cash receipts, and vendor invoices to confirm data has been entered correctly.
• Work with Regional Property Managers and property owners to address accounting questions, resolve outstanding items, and finalize reporting packages.
• Process payments related to owner distributions, management fees, mortgages, taxes, insurance, and other recurring obligations in a timely manner.
• Respond to review comments from senior accounting staff, perform needed reclassifications or corrections, and assist with special projects and other accounting duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Knowledge of GAAP and familiarity with QuickBooks and QuickBooks Online.

Skills

• Financial statement preparation and analysis.
• Accounting software proficiency (QuickBooks).
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team player with a collaborative mindset.

Benefits

Competitive compensation, bonus structure, and benefits plan, hybrid work schedule, and opportunities for continued career growth.

Pay

50000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly

Schedule

Permanent / Full Time