Accounting Specialist

Sabine Surveyors is currently seeking an Accounting Specialist in our Metairie office.

About us

Sabine Surveyors is a full-service marine surveying and consulting company founded in 1968. Our services include bulk and project cargo surveys, hull and machinery surveys, damage surveys, P&I surveys, on-hire, and off-hire bunker and/or vessel condition surveys, vessel appraisals, vessel audits, management audits, shipyard representation services, CRF 46 Subchapter M Compliance services and vendor audits. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for the following: Other duties may be assigned.

1. Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions accurately and on time.
2. Reconcile bank statements, credit card accounts, and general ledger entries.
3. Prepare and post journal entries.
4. Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
5. Maintain and update accounting records and files.
6. Prepare invoices, verify expense reports, and process payments.
7. Support payroll processing and benefit deductions as needed.
8. Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.
9. Generate reports and provide financial data to management upon request.
10. Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant accounting regulations.
11. Support internal and external audit requests.
12. Assisting with bank and financial audits as needed.

1. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
2. 2-4 years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping
3. Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, or similar).
4. ​​​​Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.

1. Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting, to use standard office equipment, including a computer, and to attend meetings at company field offices and various sites away from the home office.
2. Strength to lift and carry materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
3. Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen.
4. Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.
5. Regular work time indoors in environmentally controlled conditions, with some exposure to weather conditions, especially hot, humid, and/or rainy weather.

1. Computers, copiers, scanners, printers, fax machines.

1. Ability to work under deadlines and schedule pressures.
2. Strong leadership skills.
3. Attention to detail and accuracy.
4. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
5. High performance and a strong team player.
6. Commitment to company values, policies, and safety program.
7. Must have the ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
8. Must be proficient with Share Point and Excel