Accountant at Oceaneering International in Morgan City, LA

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Position Summary The Accountant I supports day-to-day accounting activities and month-end close processes by preparing accurate financial transactions, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules. This role works closely with accounting and operational teams to maintain reliable financial records, resolve routine accounting issues, and support compliance with company policies and applicable accounting standards. The position is well suited for an early-career accounting professional who is detail oriented, analytical, and interested in developing a broad foundation in corporate accounting. Key Responsibilities Prepare and post routine journal entries with complete and appropriate supporting documentation. Perform assigned general ledger and balance sheet account reconciliations; research and assist with resolving reconciling items. Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities and help ensure assigned tasks are completed accurately and on schedule. Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, intercompany accounting, fixed assets, inventory, treasury, sales tax, cost accounting, or other accounting activities based on business needs. Compile and analyze financial data and prepare supporting schedules for review by senior accounting personnel or management. Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation in accordance with company requirements. Assist in investigating account variances, coding questions, and transaction discrepancies, escalating more complex matters when appropriate. Follow established internal controls, accounting procedures, and company policies; identify process issues or improvement opportunities and communicate them to the appropriate team members. Support internal and external audit requests by gathering schedules, reconciliations, invoices, and other supporting documentation. Partner professionally with finance, operations, and other internal teams to obtain information and resolve routine accounting matters. Continue developing technical accounting knowledge, system proficiency, and understanding of the business. Required Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Minimum of one year of relevant accounting or finance experience. Foundational knowledge of general accounting concepts, journal entries, and account reconciliations. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications. Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate, well-supported work. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to organize priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Preferred Exposure to an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, such as PeopleSoft, Oracle, SAP, or a comparable platform. Experience or exposure to multiple accounting functions, such as general ledger, account reconciliations, financial close, accounts payable, accounts receivable, intercompany accounting, fixed assets, inventory, treasury, sales tax, and cost accounting. Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies Analytical and problem-solving ability. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Professional judgment and discretion when handling financial information. Curiosity and willingness to learn new accounting processes, systems, and business operations. Consistent follow-through and ability to identify when an issue should be escalated. Collaborative approach and ability to work with colleagues across functions and locations. Working Conditions This position currently operates primarily in a remote work environment; however, employees may be required to report to the office periodically based on business or departmental needs. The work arrangement is subject to change, and the position may transition to a hybrid or fully in-office schedule in the future. The role requires regular use of a computer and standard office equipment an