Full Charge Bookkeeper

We are looking for an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to join our team in Lafayette, Louisiana. In this short-term contract to full time position, you will play a key role in managing and maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring the smooth operation of accounting processes. This role requires a highly detail-oriented individual with strong organizational skills and proficiency in bookkeeping and accounting software.

Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain an organized system for tracking financial transactions, including creating a chart of accounts and defining bookkeeping policies.

• Accurately verify, allocate, and post transactions to maintain up-to-date accounts.

• Reconcile account entries to ensure balanced and accurate financial records.

• Oversee the general ledger, ensuring it remains accurate and balanced.

• Preserve historical financial records by systematically filing and organizing documents.

• Generate detailed financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account data.

• Prepare and manage Accounts Receivable invoices, track payments, and record deposits.

• Handle Accounts Payable and ensure timely processing of invoices and payments.

• Conduct bank reconciliations to verify account balances and transactions.

• Support inventory tracking and purchasing management, including eCommerce operations and sales tax compliance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience as a bookkeeper.

• Proficiency in QuickBooks and other accounting software.

• Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes.

• Experience with bank reconciliations and journal entries.

• Familiarity with eCommerce operations, inventory tracking, and sales tax management.

• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare accurate reports.

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