Staff Accountant

Location: Lafayette, Louisiana, United States; on-site

Company

Established in 1958, the organization provides operational support across its industries and emphasizes disciplined processes, continuous improvement, employee development, and clear communication.

What you will do

• Own assigned month-end close activities and prepare accurate financial statements and audit-ready supporting schedules.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, investigate discrepancies, analyze period variances, and document conclusions.
• Perform monthly aircraft audits and record journal entries and system imports with complete supporting documentation.
• Support accounts payable while maintaining segregation of duties and internal controls.
• Prepare annual audit schedules and serve as a liaison between corporate and division accounting teams.
• Maintain accounting policies and procedures, implement approved process improvements, and complete special projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• At least two years of accounting experience, including month-end close and general ledger reconciliation.
• Working knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, account reconciliation, and audit support.
• Strong Excel and Windows application skills; ERP system experience required.
• Ability to analyze detailed data, troubleshoot discrepancies, work autonomously, meet recurring deadlines, and communicate conclusions clearly.
• Exceptional attention to detail, disciplined documentation, and adherence to established standards.

Culture & Benefits

• Work is performed on-site in Lafayette, Louisiana.
• Emphasis on continuous improvement, problem-solving, and adapting to change.
• Culture focused on honest communication, teamwork, employee development, and putting colleagues above egos.
• Equal opportunity employer committed to reasonable accommodation and accessible employment.