Sazerac Company · 1 day ago
Corporate Accountant
Sazerac Company is a family-owned business with a rich history in producing award-winning spirits. They are seeking a Corporate Accountant responsible for maintaining the integrity of financial records, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
Food and BeverageWine And Spirits
Responsibilities
Compile and prepare various reports required by external agencies with 100% accuracy and ensure that they are submitted on a timely basis
Prepare all reports and research requested by internal customers
Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments to maintain accurate general ledger records
Support the preparation of consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules
In collaboration with the F&A team, document the primary processes used in the position that are instrumental in driving the outcomes for the position
Manage month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring deadlines are met and reporting is accurate
Perform account reconciliations, variance analyses, and ensure resolution of reconciling items
Review and analyze expense allocations, accruals, and intercompany transactions
In collaboration with the Process Improvement Manager, the F&A team and other client groups, develop the skills necessary to identify process improvement opportunities and to be able to improve processes on your own
Assist in the development and implementation of process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Accounts Payable, Payroll, Treasury, and FP&A) to ensure accurate financial reporting
Maintain documentation of accounting procedures
Use the PDS to identify, manager and improve the skills that are needed to improve performance
Working with the Process Improvement Manager, the Lead Accountant, the F&A team, and other client groups, identify those processes in the position that rely on paper, identify alternatives to the existing processes and recommend changes to those processes
Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company accounting policies
Support external audits by providing schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation
Qualification
Required
Strong analytical and technical skills
Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting or relevant experience
3 years relevant experience (minimum)
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, reconciliations)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to work independently while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and general accounting principles
Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, NetSuite, or similar)
Preferred
Professional designation CPA, CTP, or CFA
Company
Sazerac Company
The Sazerac Company is a privately held alcoholic beverages company.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2025-11-10
New Orleans CityBusiness
2025-11-04
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