Accounting Manager

Job Number: 26101797 | Finance & Accounting | 500 Canal St, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70130 | Full Time

About the Role

Supports the day-to-day execution of general ledger impacted processes, including support to clients as they work with and understand these processes. Performs accounting functions specifically in the areas of account balancing, ledger reconciliation, reporting, and discrepancy resolution.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and implements accounting work and projects as assigned.
• Coordinates, implements, and follows up on Accounting SOP audits for all areas of the property.
• Complies with Federal and State laws applying to fraud and collection procedures.
• Generates and provides accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc.
• Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Compiles, codes, categorizes, calculates, tabulates, audits, or verifies information or data.
• Balances credit card ledgers.
• Verifies contracts for groups and performs credit reference checks for direct billed groups if necessary.
• Achieves and exceeds performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.
• Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.
• Submits reports in a timely manner, ensuring delivery deadlines.
• Ensures profits and losses are documented accurately.
• Monitors all taxes that apply, ensuring that taxes are current, collected, and/or accrued.
• Maintains a strong accounting and operational control environment to safeguard assets.
• Completes period-end function each period.
• Provides direction and assistance to other organizational units regarding accounting and budgeting policies and procedures, and efficient control and utilization of financial resources.
• Demonstrates knowledge of job-relevant issues, products, systems, and processes.
• Demonstrates knowledge of return check procedures, Gross Revenue Report, write-off procedures, and consolidated deposit procedures.
• Keeps up-to-date technically and applies new knowledge to the job.
• Uses computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, develop financial spreadsheets, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
• Uses relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
• Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision-making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
• Motivates and provides a work environment where employees are productive.
• Imposes deadlines and delegates tasks.
• Provides an "open door policy" and is highly visible in areas of responsibility.
• Understands how to manage in a culturally diverse work environment.
• Manages the quality process in areas of customer service and employee satisfaction.
• Supports the development, mentoring, and training of employees.
• Provides constructive coaching and counseling to employees.
• Trains people on account receivable posting techniques.
• Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Demonstrates personal integrity, effective listening skills, self-confidence, energy, and enthusiasm.
• Manages group or interpersonal conflict effectively.
• Informs and/or updates executives, peers, and subordinates on relevant information in a timely manner.
• Manages time well and possesses strong organizational skills.
• Presents ideas, expectations, and information in a concise, well-organized way.
• Uses problem-solving methodology for decision-making and follow-up.
• Makes collections calls if necessary.

Requirements

• 4-year bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting or related major; no work experience required.
• OR 2-year degree from an accredited university in Finance and Accounting or related major; 2 years of experience in finance and accounting or related professional area.

Skills

• Proficiency with accounting software and financial spreadsheets.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead, influence, and encourage others.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws related to fraud and collections.
• Experience with account balancing, ledger reconciliation, and discrepancy resolution.

Pay

$66,800-$73,700 annually | Bonus Eligible: Yes