Staff Accountant, Financial Ops — Path to Controller

EmergencyMD; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Growth opportunities

Mentor/Apprentice program

Direct mentorship from Fractional CFO

Job summary

New Orleans Restoration Properties (NORP) is seeking a Staff Accountant - Financial Operations to manage the daily financial backbone of the organization under the direct mentorship of our Fractional CFO. The role focuses on real estate development finance, compliance, and supporting strategic decisions with accurate records.

You'll work toward becoming a full-time Controller, gaining hands-on exposure to month-end close, financial reporting, and process improvements while contributing to

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, or related financial experience.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field.
• Solid working knowledge of GAAP and general ledger accounting.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and comfort learning accounting/ERP software.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• A growth mindset and the drive to advance into a Controller-level role over time.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day administrative and financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes under the guidance of the Fractional CFO.
• Assist in preparing financial statements, reports, and schedules for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate, audit-ready financial records and supporting documentation, including for LIHTC/HTC compliance.
• Identify opportunities to streamline, automate, and modernize accounting workflows using technology and software tools.
• Support budgeting, cash flow tracking, and day-to-day banking administration.
• Help document and strengthen internal controls, and ensure adherence to established financial policies.
• Coordinate with property management, development, and external partners on financial data requests.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong communication

Growth mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

New Orleans Restoration Properties (NORP) is seeking a Staff Accountant - Financial Operations to manage the daily financial backbone of the organization under the direct mentorship of our Fractional CFO. The role focuses on real estate development finance, compliance, and supporting strategic decisions with accurate records.

You'll work toward becoming a full-time Controller, gaining hands-on exposure to month-end close, financial reporting, and process improvements while contributing to