Staff Accountant

Franklin Associates is seeking an energetic, highly talented Staff Accountant for immediate employment in the firm's Baton Rouge, LA office. The ideal candidate will have a track record of superior execution and growth and will be responsible for preparing and reporting financial transactions, budgetary controls, tracking the organization's project-related liabilities, profit and loss, and other related financial activities. This position is based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Analyze financial data, make recommendations as appropriate to improve accuracy, efficiency and to reduce costs
• Prepare/coordinate daily financial and accounting tasks
• Accounts Payable processing
• Credit Card transaction entries
• Review timesheets in preparation for payroll processing (making sure timesheets are approved/submitted)
• Preparing time and expense backup for invoice submittals
• Follow up with aged receivables
• Assist as needed with preparation of annual financial reports
• Prepare/analyze/maintain/report project budget data
• Collaborate with Project Managers to thoroughly understand project budgets
• Determine how changes to projects will affect budgets
• Inspect project budgets to ensure metrics are met and expenditures are assigned correctly
• Run project profitability reports, present to company leadership and Project Managers
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Expert knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting.
• Understanding of and ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.
• Proficient with accounting software.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline required.
• At least two years of related experience required.

Benefits:

Franklin provides a full benefit plan including medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, vacation/sick and paid holidays. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Location:

Franklin Associates, 250 S. Foster Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70806