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Staff Accountant

Confidential Client•Hospitality & Leisure
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$55,058
New Orleans, Louisiana
A Day Ago

The Staff Accountant at Confidential Client is responsible for processing accounts payable, performing month-end close activities, and assisting with financial statement preparation for multiple entertainment venues. This role requires strong attention to detail, proficiency with accounting software and spreadsheets, and the ability to handle confidential financial information accurately and timely.

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About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Accounting & Finance.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.


What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is seeking a Staff Accountant to support accounting operations for multiple entertainment venues. This role works closely with accounting, purchasing, and leadership teams to deliver accurate, timely financial reporting and transaction processing.

  • Process and reconcile large volumes of accounts payable transactions
  • Perform month-end close tasks, including sub-ledger reconciliations and account analysis
  • Assist accounting leadership with preparation of financial statements
  • Reconcile cash receipts and disbursements
  • Prepare and record journal entries
  • Maintain fixed asset detail records
  • Maintain and audit box office ticket sales and parking office reports
  • Prepare settlement reporting for ticketed and private events
  • Complete ad-hoc accounting tasks and other duties as assigned

Qualifications

To be successful in this role you should demonstrate:

  • Excellent understanding of intermediate financial accounting and operational accounting processes
  • Strong spreadsheet skills and comfort learning new accounting software
  • Sharp attention to detail and strong numerical aptitude
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to handle and maintain highly confidential information
  • Ability to pass a criminal and credit background check (as a condition of employment)

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance from a four-year college or university
  • Entry-level accounting position; new graduates are highly encouraged to apply
  • Strong academic record preferred (GPA 3.5+)

Compensation & Employment Type

  • Employment type: Full time
  • Estimated salary: $55,059 per year (estimated)

Physical Demands

The physical demands are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Additional Information

  • Confidential Client is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds.
  • Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to complete the application process may request assistance.

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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