Staff Accountant: GAAP, Close & Audit Expert

Crest Industries; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Staff Accountant at Crest Operations, part of Crest Industries, supports the Corporate Accounting & Finance team by owning recurring accounting tasks and ensuring GAAP compliance with rigorous documentation. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting and at least two years of experience, with strong Excel and ERP skills, analytical ability, and attention to detail.

This role requires autonomous work, meeting deadlines, and clear, factual communication across corporate and division

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• At least two years of accounting experience, including month-end close.
• Working knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and audit support.
• Strong Excel and ERP system experience.
• Ability to analyze detailed data, troubleshoot discrepancies, and draw sound conclusions from evidence.
• Exceptional attention to detail, disciplined documentation, and adherence to established standards.
• Ability to work autonomously, maintain focus, meet recurring deadlines, and communicate concisely.

Responsibilities

• Own assigned month-end close activities; complete each accurately and on schedule.
• Prepare timely, accurate financial statements and audit-ready supporting schedules.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts to system data; investigate discrepancies through resolution.
• Perform the monthly aircraft audit; document findings and exceptions.
• Support accounts payable while maintaining segregation of duties and internal controls.
• Prepare schedules and support annual audit requests.
• Analyze period variances and provide concise, fact-based explanations.
• Record journal entries and system imports with complete support, correct coding, and GAAP and policy compliance.
• Serve as liaison between corporate and division accounting teams; communicate requirements and findings directly.
• Master system and process details; implement approved improvements without compromising controls.
• Maintain current policies and procedures for standardized, repeatable work.
• Own ad hoc analysis and special projects within defined priorities and deadlines.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

General ledger reconciliation

Month-end close

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Autonomous work

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

ERP system

Excel

Windows applications

Job description

The Staff Accountant at Crest Operations, part of Crest Industries, supports the Corporate Accounting & Finance team by owning recurring accounting tasks and ensuring GAAP compliance with rigorous documentation. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting and at least two years of experience, with strong Excel and ERP skills, analytical ability, and attention to detail.

This role requires autonomous work, meeting deadlines, and clear, factual communication across corporate and division