Financial Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Financial Project Manager to join a dynamic manufacturing company in Harahan, Louisiana. This Contract position focuses on overseeing financial operations and ensuring the accuracy of accounting processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to delivering high-quality financial management.

Responsibilities :

• Lead and support finance department operations, including accounts payable, billing, collections, and payroll.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate income statements, balance sheets, and account reconciliations.
• Perform general ledger analyses to maintain financial accuracy and compliance.
• Manage cash flow processes, including monthly billing and cash collection strategies.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to accounting team members, enhancing departmental performance.
• Collaborate with executive leaders and operations teams to align financial objectives with organizational goals.
• Assist in system implementation projects to optimize accounting processes and reporting.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and accounting standards across all financial activities.
• Conduct detailed journal entries and account reconciliations to support financial reporting.
• Utilize JD Edwards EnterpriseOne and Microsoft Excel to streamline financial tasks and reporting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Familiarity with large-scale organizational accounting practices is preferred.
• Proficiency in account reconciliation, journal entries, and month-end close processes.
• Experience with financial system implementations and process improvements.
• Strong skills in JD Edwards EnterpriseOne, Microsoft Excel, and other financial tools.
• Knowledge of sales tax regulations and their application in financial processes.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with executive leadership and cross-functional teams.