Bookkeeper

We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support daily financial operations for a retail organization in New Orleans, LA. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for someone who enjoys maintaining accurate records, keeping accounting activities organized, and contributing to a reliable financial workflow. The person in this role will manage core bookkeeping functions while helping ensure timely processing, balanced accounts, and clear financial visibility. This position will require working on Saturdays.

Responsibilities:

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

• Process incoming invoices and vendor payments while monitoring due dates and resolving discrepancies related to accounts payable.

• Prepare customer billing, apply payments, and follow up on outstanding balances to support efficient accounts receivable management.

• Reconcile bank statements and internal financial records on a regular basis to identify variances and maintain ledger accuracy.

• Update and manage accounting information within QuickBooks to keep data current and reporting reliable.

• Review financial entries for accuracy and consistency, making corrections when needed to support clean month-end records.

• Assist with routine reporting and provide organized financial information to support day-to-day business decisions.

• Help maintain orderly accounting procedures and support adjustments to bookkeeping processes when required by the business.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience performing full-cycle bookkeeping in a business environment.

• Practical proficiency with QuickBooks for transaction entry, account maintenance, and financial record management.

• Hands-on experience handling accounts payable, including invoice review and payment processing.

• Background in accounts receivable activities such as billing, cash application, and tracking outstanding balances.

• Strong ability to complete bank reconciliations accurately and investigate discrepancies effectively.

• High level of attention to detail with the ability to manage sensitive financial information responsibly.

• Solid organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple accounting tasks in a timely manner.

• Must be available to work on Saturdays.

Compensation

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