Financial Reporting Accountant

Company: Lamar Advertising Company
Location: Baton Rouge
Posted on: February 7, 2026

Job Description:

We are looking for a new Financial Reporting Accountant to join our accounting team at our Corporate Office in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The purpose of the Financial Reporting Accountant is to support the preparation and completion of the Company’s statutory and SEC filings by assisting with financial documentation, data analysis, and reporting activities. Lamar’s Corporate Office in Baton Rouge, LA is home to over 250 professionals from every walk of corporate life. We enjoy a beautifully renovated office building with a modern design, a beverage refreshment station, a relaxing dining area, amazing holiday parties, and a quaint outdoor patio to enjoy the good weather days! We partnered up with Major Menus so you can order online for free delivery from a different restaurant every day! Why Lamar? Lamar is a certified Great Place to Work, with 86% of employees in agreement. Lamar Advertising has also been named as a “Best Company to Work For” in U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking. Learn more about us on our official YouTube channel . Check reviews and company updates on our Glassdoor page . Learn more about our Great Place to Work certification. What you can expect from us: A Monday - Friday, 8a - 5p work schedule An annual salary range of $65,000 - $80,000 / year, dependent on relevant experience and qualifications 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure 12 paid company holidays, including President's Day and Juneteenth A comprehensive one-month training program Career advancement opportunities Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs to maximize your career potential Multiple medical plan options and health savings account Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident coverage Short & long-term disability and paid parental leave Employee Stock Purchase Plan 401k plan with company match Wellness program incentives such as medical plan premiums, holidays, and HSA contributions What we're looking for in you: Proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Word Willing and able to learn a variety of software applications Effective listener, writer, and speaker Able to assess a situation, gather more information if necessary, and identify issues to be addressed Manage multiple assignments, set priorities, and adapt to changing conditions Plan and organize tasks within an allotted timeframe Work with others in a professional manner Education and Experience: Required Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or another business-related field 1–3 years of experience in SEC financial reporting or a related financial reporting role Or an equivalent combination of education and experience Preferred Experience with Oracle Fusion CPA certification obtained or actively in progress Essential Functions and Responsibilities Prepare and reconcile supporting workpapers for SEC compliance filings, including the Company’s Form 10-K and Form 10-Q submissions. Coordinate Greenhouse Gas (GHG) data collection requests, including communication with internal stakeholders, tracking completion, and reviewing supporting documentation. Perform monthly GHG analytics, evaluate trends and variances, and investigate outliers as needed. Maintain and update GHG process documentation, procedures, and calculation methodologies. Organize and maintain supporting workpapers in a complete, accurate, and audit-ready manner. Review draft SEC filings for completeness, consistency, and overall reporting accuracy. Prepare accurate and well-supported subsidiary financial statements for statutory audits and non-audit reporting needs. Assist with SOX compliance, including execution of testing procedures and documentation of control activities. Support external auditors in the timely completion of statutory and SEC-related audit requirements. Coordinate and provide requested documentation for auditor sample selections and inquiries. Prepare and document all required testing for Completeness and Accuracy (C&A) validation processes. Perform other financial reporting or accounting duties as assigned. Identify and communicate opportunities to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and consistency within financial reporting processes. Physical Demands and Work Environment The primary work environment is an office. The physical demands for this position include light lifting, seeing (with a focus on reading), sitting more than 50% of the time, talking, and walking. Nights spent traveling, away from home, are less than 10% Please note: Upon submitting your application, you will be asked to complete an 8-15 minute personality assessment. This assessment compares your professional soft skills to the skills required for success in this role. Please answer honestly; this is not a test! Not completing this assessment could result in disqualification from consideration for this position. Candidates with a disability in need of an accommodation to fulfill our application requirements should email recruiting@lamar.com Who we are: Founded in 1902, Lamar Advertising Company is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in the world. With over 351,000 displays across the United States and Canada, Lamar is dedicated to helping both local businesses and national brands reach broad audiences every day. We provide ad space through: Billboards Interstate logos Hand-painted murals Transportation and airports The largest network of digital billboards in the United States We live by the Golden Rule, and we operate with honesty and integrity in every aspect of our business. We are open with our employees, transparent with our customers, and loyal to the communities in which we serve. While Lamar is a large company, each office has its own culture and family atmosphere, making employees feel connected both locally and nationally. We are committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly business practices and use a number of innovative strategies to reduce our environmental impact. We are actively working to reduce our annual greenhouse gas emissions and are projecting a 70% decrease by 2026 as a result of our efforts. Lamar is an EEO/AA employer including Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, and any other State or Federally Protected characteristic. Please note: Lamar Advertising does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a work visa. Only candidates with U.S. work authorization not requiring sponsorship will be considered for employment. SMS and Email Communications: By providing your contact information and submitting this form, you agree to receive email and SMS communications from Lamar Advertising Company regarding job opportunities, hiring events, and career-related updates. Message and data rates may apply. You can opt out at any time by emailing recruiting@lamar.com or replying 'STOP' to text messages. Your information will be processed in accordance with our privacy policy . Disability Self-Identification: When applying for a job with Lamar, you will be asked to voluntarily self-identify whether you have a disability. Please take a moment to watch this video for clarification on why we're asking for this information! California Residents - Lamar collects personal information in the ordinary course of considering job applicants. This information may include, for example, name, address, phone number, and other contact information, employment history and reference contact information, and any other information provided by an applicant to Lamar. By submitting an application, you consent to the use or sharing of this personal information solely for the purpose of consideration for employment by Lamar. Lamar will not sell this information. CorpID Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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