JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

The Experienced General Ledger Accountant independently manages day-to-day ledger activities, ensures accuracy of financial data, and plays a key role in month-end and year-end close processes.

The Senior General Ledger Accountant is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the company's general ledger, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and supporting month-end close processes. This role involves recording financial transactions, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.  The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of accounting principles, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

***Please Note: This position can be hired as a General Ledger Accountant or a Senior General Ledger Accountant. 

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

General Ledger Accountant: 

• Independently record financial transactions and prepare journal entries.
• Perform account reconciliations and ensure accuracy of balances.
• Support month-end and quarter-end closing processes.
• Analyze financial data and report variances.
• Assist with audits and contribute to process improvements.

Senior, General Ledger Accountant: 

• Maintain accounting master data: Manage, approve, and communicate changes in all accounting master data which impacts the general ledger.  
• Record financial transactions: Accurately record daily transactions in the general ledger systems, including journal entries for cash, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, revenue, expense, assets, liabilities, and equity.  
• Month-End Close: Manage and execute the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.  Prepare or review journal entries, account reconciliations, and support documentation.  Analyze variances and provide explanations for significant fluctuations.
• Analyze financial data: Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and potential issues.
• Maintain accounting records: Ensure accounting records are accurate and complete and in compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and accounting standards.
• Account Reconciliation: Prepare or review monthly account reconciliations and ensure intercompany accounts balance between systems.  
• Assist with audits: Assist with external audits as needed.
• Perform accounting research: Assist with research and make accounting decisions that support reporting requirements.
• Process Improvements: Develop and implement process and process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy. Assist with system implementations, upgrades, and process improvement initiatives. 
• Other duties as assigned: Perform other accounting tasks as needed, providing financial information to management as needed.   

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Minimum education required of the position

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field.

Minimum experience required of the position

General Ledger Accountant: 

• 3 plus years of accounting experience 

Senior, General Ledger Accountant:

• 5 plus years of accounting experience 

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities preferred of the position

General Ledger Accountant: 

• Good understanding of accounting principles (GAAP).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with ERP systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Senior, General Ledger Accountant:

• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, SAP, Oracle)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills proficient with working in a collaborative and supporting working environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel   
• Excellent project management skills are required, including the ability to manage multiple and frequently changing priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines 
• Experience with ERP systems

Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position

• None
• Preferred: CPA 

Physical Requirements

• Able to operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop.
• Able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Able to operate a copy machine, fax machine, calculator, telephone and other miscellaneous office equipment.
• Able to exert up to 10 Lbs. of force occasionally, and /or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push or otherwise move objects.

Working Conditions

The Physical Demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the Accountabilities and Essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned, within your scope of responsibilities.
• Job duties are performed in a normal and clean office environment with normal noise levels.
• Work is predominately done while standing or sitting.
• The ability to comprehend, document, calculate, visualize and analyze are required.
• Able to work regular hours, with occasional overtime.

About Delta Utilities

Delta Utilities is a natural gas utility headquartered in New Orleans that provides safe, reliable natural gas services across Louisiana and Mississippi. We understand the value of dependable energy and our important role in building stronger, more resilient communities. Delta Utilities is a $1.7 billion organization that represents 600,000 customers and is among the top 40 natural gas utilities in the United States. 

Delta Utilities acquired CenterPoint Energy's natural gas utility operations in Louisiana and Mississippi in April 2025 and acquired Entergy's natural gas utilities in Baton Rouge and New Orleans in July 2025. 

Delta Utilities is regulated by the Louisiana Public Service Commission, the Mississippi Public Service Commission, and the New Orleans City Council. We work closely with our regulatory agencies to deliver safe and reliable natural gas service and maintain fair rates for our customers.

Learn more at https://deltautilities.com.

Delta Utilities and associated entities are equal-opportunity employers.  We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis or any protected class under federal, state, or local law.

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