Junior Accountant

Keystone Engineering Inc; Mandeville (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Mandeville is seeking a Junior Accountant to support their Accounting Team. This role involves month-end and year-end close processes, preparing general ledger reconciliations, and analyzing financial operations. Applicants should have a B.S. in Accounting and 5-10 years of accounting experience with strong communication and organizational skills. The firm values detail-oriented professionals who can manage their time effectively and self-motivate in an office environment.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of professional accounting experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end and year-end close process for multiple companies.
• Prepare bank account reconciliations and depreciation schedules.
• Analyze expense accounts for accurate reporting.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Time management

Education

B.S. in Accounting

Job description

Junior Accountant

Keystone Engineering is currently searching for a Junior Accountant to join our Accounting Team. This position reports to the Controller and supports general accounting functions. Responsibilities include reconciling account balances and bank statements, maintaining a general ledger, and preparing month‑end close procedures as well as other tasks as assigned.

Position Type

Full‑Time

Work Environment / Physical Demands

Office/Sedentary

Travel Requirements

NA

Essential Functions

• Support multi‑company month‑end and year‑end close process.
• Prepare general ledger balance sheet reconciliations including bank accounts, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accruals, debt, and inter‑company activity.
• Analyze G/L expense accounts to assure complete and accurate reporting of operating results.
• Prepare depreciation schedule for multiple companies.
• Review and test accuracy of revenue transactions.
• Conduct income statement variance analyses.
• Prepare state sales tax returns.
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Assist with the annual financial and 401K audits and economic census surveys.
• Produce financial data for management team upon request.
• Other projects as assigned.

Requirements

• B.S. in Accounting.
• 5-10 years of professional accounting experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self‑motivated, organized, and solution advocate.
• Attention to detail, and time management skills.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.