Staff Accountant - GAAP & Close Specialist

Crest Industries, Inc.; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Crest Industries is seeking a Staff Accountant to join the Corporate Accounting & Finance team. The role owns month-end close, prepares financial statements, and ensures GAAP compliance with strong internal controls and audit support.

You will analyze variances, maintain GL reconciliations, support accounts payable, and collaborate between corporate and division teams. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting, at least two years of experience, advanced Excel, and ERP system know-how.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• At least two years of accounting experience, including month-end close and general ledger reconciliation.
• Working knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and audit support.
• Strong Excel and Windows applications; ERP system experience required.
• Ability to analyze detailed data and draw sound conclusions from evidence.

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

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Autonomy

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

ERP system experience

Job description

Crest Industries is seeking a Staff Accountant to join the Corporate Accounting & Finance team. The role owns month-end close, prepares financial statements, and ensures GAAP compliance with strong internal controls and audit support.

You will analyze variances, maintain GL reconciliations, support accounts payable, and collaborate between corporate and division teams. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting, at least two years of experience, advanced Excel, and ERP system know-how.