Accountant Jobs in Louisiana

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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NOLA Gold Rugby

Senior Accountant

Journal Entries: Prepare and post journal entries, including adjustments and accruals, to ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely....

Staff Accountant

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 19 hours ago

Summary Prepares accounting reports, reconciles and maintains suspense accounts, reconciles Fed and other correspondent accounts, maintains subsidiary ledgers, monitors accruals, processes...

Accountant - New Orleans, LA - Part-Time

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 1 day ago

The Accountant will interact with clients, their staff, Board of Directors, and Finance Committees on a regular basis....

Accountant - New Orleans, LA - Full-Time

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 1 day ago

The Accountant will interact with clients, their staff, Board of Directors, and Finance Committees on a regular basis....

Accountant Manager 4

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

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

Accountant 4

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

Fund Accountant - CLO

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

Duties & Responsibilities** This role will provide support of day-to-day operational/client service activities while effectively monitoring daily receivables, journal posting, cash reconciliation,...

External Reporting Accountant (New Orleans, Louisiana, United States)

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 days ago

Accountant Lead: 5+ years of business experience in banking, finance, project development or related fields. Accountant, Sr....

Accountant

  • Monroe, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Monroe, LA
  • 2 days ago

What You'll Do: Accurately process bi-weekly and monthly payroll while ensuring full compliance with local, state, and federal regulations Prepare journal entries, reconcile general ledger accounts,...

Staff Accountant

  • Jefferson, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Jefferson, LA
  • 3 days ago

Work Experience Required - 2 years of experience working with little supervision Bachelor's degree will be accepted in lieu of required experience Certifications Preferred - Certified Public Accountant...

Senior Sponsored Programs Accountant/Sponsored Programs Accountant

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 5 days ago

Prepare complex journal entries, salary expense transfers, and record composite entries....

Grants Accountant

  • Donaldsonville, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Donaldsonville, LA
  • 5 days ago

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare journal entries to the general ledger and provide various financial reports when requested....

Accountant III

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 5 days ago

Performs accounting duties of a complex nature. Provides specialized or general analysis support in various accounting functions. Prepares reports and analyses. Submits recommendations for...

Accountant 4

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 6 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 I

  • Covington, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 6 days ago

Degree in Accounting or 8 of relevant experience + Experience working in a professional Accounting setting preferred but not required + Microsoft Excel proficiency + Office 365 experience preferred...

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Louisiana

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Louisiana offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.6%
Master's Degree
28.2%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
4.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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