Municipal Senior Accountant – Grants & GAAP Reporting

Institute for Building Technology and Safety; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal financial organization is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to support financial operations for the City of St. George, Louisiana. This role includes vital accounting tasks, grant reporting, and compliance with financial policies. Key qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or 5+ years of relevant experience. Experience in governmental settings is preferred. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to municipal financial systems and requires proficiency in accounting software and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or 5+ years of relevant experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in accounting, preferably in a governmental or nonprofit setting.
• Familiarity with GAAP and GASB standards.
• Proficiency in Excel and financial software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger transactions.
• Assist with monthly and annual financial closing processes.
• Monitor financial data for state and federal grant programs.
• Assist with the implementation of new financial systems.

Skills

Accounting

Financial Reporting

Grant Management

Excel

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

5+ years of accounting experience

Tools

QuickBooks

Tyler Munis

Job description

A municipal financial organization is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to support financial operations for the City of St. George, Louisiana. This role includes vital accounting tasks, grant reporting, and compliance with financial policies. Key qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or 5+ years of relevant experience. Experience in governmental settings is preferred. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to municipal financial systems and requires proficiency in accounting software and strong attention to detail.