Accounting Clerk - Statewide, Louisiana (Various Parishes)
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Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Accounting Clerk to join our finance team. The Accounting Clerk will perform a variety of accounting and administrative tasks to support accurate financial recordkeeping and ensure smooth daily operations. This position is ideal for someone with strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a passion for maintaining financial accuracy and integrity.
Key Responsibilities
Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions in an accurate and timely manner.
Review invoices, verify supporting documentation, and prepare payments.
Record and reconcile daily financial transactions, receipts, and deposits.
Assist with payroll processing and expense report tracking.
Maintain and update accounting files, records, and spreadsheets.
Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
Prepare journal entries and assist with general ledger maintenance.
Communicate with vendors, customers, and internal staff regarding billing and payment inquiries.
Perform basic data entry, filing, and other clerical duties to support the accounting department.
Follow established company procedures and maintain confidentiality of financial information.
Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions in an accurate and timely manner.
Review invoices, verify supporting documentation, and prepare payments.
Record and reconcile daily financial transactions, receipts, and deposits.
Assist with payroll processing and expense report tracking.
Maintain and update accounting files, records, and spreadsheets.
Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
Prepare journal entries and assist with general ledger maintenance.
Communicate with vendors, customers, and internal staff regarding billing and payment inquiries.
Perform basic data entry, filing, and other clerical duties to support the accounting department.
Follow established company procedures and maintain confidentiality of financial information.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s degree or coursework in accounting, finance, or business preferred.
Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or administrative support.
Basic understanding of accounting principles (GAAP).
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar).
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s degree or coursework in accounting, finance, or business preferred.
Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or administrative support.
Basic understanding of accounting principles (GAAP).
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar).
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Skills
Experience with invoice management, purchase orders, or payroll systems.
Knowledge of reconciliations and basic financial reporting.
Familiarity with construction or service industry accounting preferred but not required.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Location: - Statewide, Louisiana (Various Parishes) - Iberville, St. Helena, East Feliciana, West Feliciana, East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, Livingston, Pointe Coupee, St. John, St. James, Assumption, Lafourche, Terrebonne, St. Charles, Evangeline, St. Landry, Acadia, St. Martin, Lafayette, Iberia, St. Mary, Vermillion, Beauregard, Allen, Calcasieu, Jefferson Davis, Cameron, Winn, LaSalle, Grant, Catahoula, Concordia, Rapides, Avoyelles, Vernon, Caddo, Bossier, Webster, Claiborne, Lincoln, Natchitoches, Sabine, Red River, Bienville, De Soto, Union, Morehouse, West Carroll, East Carroll, Ouachita, Madison, Caldwell, Franklin, Tensas, Richland, Jackson.
Experience with invoice management, purchase orders, or payroll systems.
Knowledge of reconciliations and basic financial reporting.
Familiarity with construction or service industry accounting preferred but not required.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Location: - Statewide, Louisiana (Various Parishes) - Iberville, St. Helena, East Feliciana, West Feliciana, East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, Livingston, Pointe Coupee, St. John, St. James, Assumption, Lafourche, Terrebonne, St. Charles, Evangeline, St. Landry, Acadia, St. Martin, Lafayette, Iberia, St. Mary, Vermillion, Beauregard, Allen, Calcasieu, Jefferson Davis, Cameron, Winn, LaSalle, Grant, Catahoula, Concordia, Rapides, Avoyelles, Vernon, Caddo, Bossier, Webster, Claiborne, Lincoln, Natchitoches, Sabine, Red River, Bienville, De Soto, Union, Morehouse, West Carroll, East Carroll, Ouachita, Madison, Caldwell, Franklin, Tensas, Richland, Jackson.
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