Payroll Accountant at Ochsner Health

* Prepare simple to complex tax returns, including individual, partnership, corporate, and non-profit returns.* Assess and research difficult tax issues to identify solutions.* Recommend tax strategies that align with business goals.* Comply with federal, state, and local tax regulations.* Manage and maintain the company’s tax database, inputting data from financial records.* Prepare quarterly and annual tax reports with a focus on accurate financial data.* Compile and… Show more * Prepare simple to complex tax returns, including individual, partnership, corporate, and non-profit returns.* Assess and research difficult tax issues to identify solutions.* Recommend tax strategies that align with business goals.* Comply with federal, state, and local tax regulations.* Manage and maintain the company’s tax database, inputting data from financial records.* Prepare quarterly and annual tax reports with a focus on accurate financial data.* Compile and complete necessary paperwork for tax payments and returns.* Reconcile accounts and reclassified expenses in the general ledger to improve accounting and tax regulations.* Maintain positive client relationships; respond to client tax-related questions in a timely manner.* Leverage and remain knowledgeable of accounting practices and procedures, as well as industry trends. Show less

* Analyzed financial results and provided variance explanations and account reconciliations to ensure consistent internal control over all entries and financial reports. * Gathered necessary account information and documents to prepare for annual audit.* Supported process improvement projects and initiatives. * Prepared journal entries, reconciled financial statements and accounts, and ensured data accuracy.* Monitored and maintained budgets for fiscal sponsorships; prepared and… Show more * Analyzed financial results and provided variance explanations and account reconciliations to ensure consistent internal control over all entries and financial reports. * Gathered necessary account information and documents to prepare for annual audit.* Supported process improvement projects and initiatives. * Prepared journal entries, reconciled financial statements and accounts, and ensured data accuracy.* Monitored and maintained budgets for fiscal sponsorships; prepared and sent invoices for reimbursement.* Processed payments and accounts payable invoices; reconciled and recorded credit card expenses.* Recorded bi-monthly payroll into the company’s accounting system. Show less

* Researched and consulted on various tax projects/matters. * Learned to apply Information Technology tools, gaining understanding of tax software through hands-on experience.* Collaborated with colleagues, building a sense of teamwork by becoming part of client service team. * Gained a deeper understanding of the firm and its capabilities / services. * Improved and put into practice research and presentation skills through completion of capstone project.