Bookkeeper

We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support day-to-day financial operations for a contract position based in New Orleans, Louisiana. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing core accounting activities, maintaining accurate records, and working confidently within QuickBooks. The successful candidate will help keep payables, receivables, and reconciliations organized while contributing to the overall accuracy of financial reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain complete and accurate financial records by recording daily transactions and organizing supporting documentation.

• Process vendor invoices, prepare payments, and monitor outstanding obligations to keep accounts payable current.

• Issue customer invoices, track incoming payments, and follow up on open balances to support accounts receivable activities.

• Perform regular bank and account reconciliations to identify discrepancies and ensure balances are accurate.

• Use QuickBooks Desktop to enter, review, and update accounting data in a timely manner.

• Assist with month-end bookkeeping tasks by reviewing entries, verifying account activity, and preparing records for reporting.

• Communicate with internal stakeholders and external contacts to resolve billing, payment, or account-related questions efficiently.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in bookkeeping with responsibility for maintaining accurate financial records.
• Hands-on experience using QuickBooks, including QuickBooks Desktop, in a business environment.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Experience completing bank reconciliations with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple financial tasks while meeting deadlines consistently.
• Strong organizational skills and a high level of accuracy in data entry and recordkeeping.

Compensation

$19.00-$21.00 Hourly

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