Accounting Assistant

Mechanical Concepts, LLC; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based incentive plan

Health insurance coverage

401(K) matching

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

A financial services company located in Shreveport, LA is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to manage financial records and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in accounting and 1–5 years of accounting experience. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, analyzing data, and assisting with audits. This full-time position offers various benefits including health insurance and a performance-based incentive plan.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of accounting experience.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, preferably GAAP.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and reports.
• Reconcile bank statements and manage accounts payable/receivable.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Organizational abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Job description

Seeking a detail‑oriented and analytical Accountant to manage financial records, ensure compliance with regulations, and support business decision‑making. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting.

Location: Shreveport, LA

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, reports, and general ledger entries
• Reconcile bank statements, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end closing processes
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements
• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting activities
• Process payroll and monitor expenses as needed
• Maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets
• Prepare financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 1–5 years of accounting experience
• Knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP preferred)
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Strong communication and organizational abilities

Benefits and Employment Conditions

• Full‑time position, non‑exempt
• Overtime is paid
• Work in the office; work at home only when weather/illness dictates
• Eligible for performance‑based incentive plan after one year of service
• 1 to 3 weeks of vacation per year as tenure increases
• 8 paid holidays per year
• Additional PTO – 4 hours each month after 90 days’ employment
• ½ Health insurance paid (employee or family)
• Health insurance plan (eligibility after 90‑day probationary period) includes long term disability coverage (60% of salary after 90 days) and $20,000 term life insurance paid 100% by company
• 401(K) after 1 year with matching up to 4% of salary
• 401(K) plan includes an optional profit‑sharing contribution that has historically been funded 100%