Senior Accountant

Crest Industries • Pineville, LA

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About The Position

The Senior Accountant at Crest Operations plays a critical role in the financial reporting and close process, with primary responsibility for supporting Crest Natural Resources (CNR) and related entities. This role ensures accurate, timely, and GAAP-compliant financial results across a complex, multi-entity environment. This position partners closely with operations and leadership within the forestry business while remaining aligned with Crest’s broader accounting standards and processes. The ideal candidate brings strong close experience, thrives in, and can translate financial data into clear, actionable insight. Crest Industries, founded in 1958, is committed to continuous improvement, growth, and evolution, leveraging a solid foundation, innovation, and the right people.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required)
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, including financial close
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, advanced formulas)
• Demonstrated experience with GAAP-compliant financial reporting

Responsibilities

• Lead and support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Maintain supporting documentation for all balance sheet and income statement accounts
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes
• Analyze financial results and provide variance explanations
• Assist with revenue analysis, key financial metrics, and performance insights
• Partner with operations to improve financial visibility and decision-making
• Support external audits and respond to auditor requests
• Maintain documentation to support internal controls and compliance requirements
• Assist in developing and improving accounting policies and procedures
• Coordinate with external partners (e.g., tax providers) as needed
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
• Support ERP and system enhancements or implementations
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure accurate and consistent financial data flow

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees