Our client is a Specialty Chemicals Manufacturing company and has an immediate need for a skilled Accounting Manager to join their Accounting team. Located at their Baton Rouge plant and reporting to the Director of FP&A, the ideal candidate will assist in the preparation of financial and operating reports.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides accurate and timely financial statements and ensures appropriate accounting treatment for all unusual/material transactions.
• Ensures financial statements are in compliance with US GAAP.
• Prepares work papers supporting the monthly close process and month end balances.
• Maintains accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Monitors and develops internal controls to minimize financial risk.
• Assists in preparation of monthly financial reports and analytical review of monthly operating results.
• Issues monthly product cost standards and ensure consistency with production yields, usage levels and current pricing.
• Prepares journal entries required to reflect monthly activity.
• Ensures periodic balance sheet and bank reconciliations are completed.
• Analyzes capital project budgets vs. actual expenditures.
• Performs daily cash functions.
• Provides assistance needed for annual external audit with outside CPA firm.
• Provides assistance needed for preparation of work papers supporting the annual tax returns.
• Supervises direct reports and assist in leading & directing other accounting personnel.
• Assists with other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; Masters degree preferred

· CPA is preferred, but not required.

Experience: 5+ years of experience in the accounting and finance sector

• Manufacturing experience a plus.
• Prior experience supervising direct reports required.

Other requirements:

· Conscientious about timeliness of assignments and quality of work product.

· Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.

· Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize, and meet deadlines.

· Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor.

· Good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

· Familiarity with accounting software.

· Extensive spreadsheet skills.

• Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Suite experience (Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Accounting software or ERP experience