Senior Accountant: Audit & Internal Controls Lead

Orleans Parish School Board; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Orleans Parish School Board is seeking a Senior Accountant who reports to the Comptroller and supports month-end and year-end close, audits, and financial reporting to the Board and state.

You will help manage internal controls, lead the annual audit, generate fund reports, and work with departments to ensure accurate accounting and timely financial information for decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field is required.
• 4-6 years of relevant accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month- and year-end closeouts.
• Support the annual audit and financial reporting to Board and state.
• Manage the annual audit process and liaise with internal/external auditors.
• Develop and document internal control procedures and monitor compliance.
• Prepare reports for management for various funds (general, fiduciary, capital).
• Oversee payroll backup and processing of W2s and 1099s.
• Train staff and monitor performance.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

The Orleans Parish School Board is seeking a Senior Accountant who reports to the Comptroller and supports month-end and year-end close, audits, and financial reporting to the Board and state.

You will help manage internal controls, lead the annual audit, generate fund reports, and work with departments to ensure accurate accounting and timely financial information for decision-making.