Accountant Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

An Accountant is a vital figure in the accounting industry, responsible for preparing, analyzing, and verifying financial documents to provide accurate data for individuals and businesses. Key duties include preparing tax returns, auditing accounts, and producing financial reports, along with consulting on various aspects of business performance, such as costs, revenues, and investments. Accountants also ensure compliance with financial laws and regulations and assist in decision-making processes by providing financial information and recommendations.

Skills required for this role include strong numerical and analytical abilities, attention to detail, excellent communication, and a high level of integrity. A key requirement for becoming an Accountant is a Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, but many employers prefer candidates with a Master's degree and/or professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA). Before becoming an Accountant, a person may serve in roles such as Accounting Assistant, Bookkeeper, or Audit Clerk, which provide valuable hands-on experience in the field.

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Accountant - (Food & Beverage) Raising Canes River Center

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago

. + Responsible for completing all concessions, catering and inventory journal entries each month. + Analyze all F&B data and report to building management, as well as completing any supplementary analysis...

Accountant (A/P) - Raising Canes River Center

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago

Accountant (A/P) - Raising Cane's River Center locations Baton Rouge, LA time type Full time posted on Posted Today job requisition id R100114566 Summary: Under supervision of Accounting Manager, purchases...

Senior Revenue Accountant - Contract Role

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago

Reporting to the Director of Revenue Accounting, the Contact Senior Revenue Accountant (6 months assignment) will play a key role in day-to-day operations through auditing of project set-up, ensuring...

Project Accountant II

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago

Additionally, the Project Accountant II will lead initiatives aimed at improving departmental performance....

Accountant 4

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago

degree in accounting, finance, business administration, management, economics, or statistics plus three years of experience in accounting, auditing, financial operations, payroll, or banking; OR An...

Accountant - (Food & Beverage) Raising Cane's River Center

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago

Responsible for completing all concessions, catering and inventory journal entries each month....

Accountant (A/P) - Raising Cane's River Center

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago

Responsible for some balance sheet reconciliations Responsible for AP file Retention Prepare various sales reports and operational reports as required by Accounting Manager Assists as the back-up for other Accountants...

Accountant Manager 2

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago

degree in accounting, finance, business administration, management, economics, or statistics plus four years of experience in accounting, auditing, financial operations, payroll, or banking; OR An...

Accountant/CPA

  • Central, LA (1 mile from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Central, LA (1 mile from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities: Perform daily and monthly accounting operations across multiple entities, including trusts, partnerships, and investment vehicles Prepare journal entries, maintain general ledgers,...

Senior Accountant

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 4 days ago

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for key aspects of general ledger accounting, including journal entry preparation, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities....

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Accountant 1

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 5 days ago

The Accountant 1 provides financial information to management by researching and analyzing accounting data and prepares financial reports....

Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 days ago

Job Posting End Date: May 22 When you join the team at Unum, you become part of an organization committed to helping you thrive. Here, we work to provide the employee benefits and service...

Accountant, Financial Reporting

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 days ago

Job Posting End Date: May 22 When you join the team at Unum, you become part of an organization committed to helping you thrive. Here, we work to provide the employee benefits and service...

Accountant

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 8 days ago

Accountant Baton Rouge, LA Description Westaff is recruiting for a Senior Accountant with some lite HR experience (helpful but will train)....

Senior Accountant

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 12 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 12 days ago

Honor Services is seeking a Senior Accountant. A senior accountant plays a key role in a company's financial management and reporting....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Baton Rouge, LA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.5%
Master's Degree
28.2%
Associate's Degree
6.9%
High School or GED
4.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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