Accounting Assistant

Staffmark Group; Broussard (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits package (medical, dental, and

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Staffmark Group is seeking an Accounting Assistant in Broussard, LA to help keep accounts organized and up to date. You will focus on accuracy, process credit applications, post payments, and assist with month-end tasks while maintaining confidentiality.

The role requires an Associate degree or two years of related accounting studies, solid Excel skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks in a busy environment with limited supervision.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting or related field preferred.
• Minimum two years of post-secondary accounting education preferred.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel.
• Accurate data entry and 10-key skills required.

Responsibilities

• Process credit applications and establish customer accounts.
• Post payments, invoices, and transactions in the accounting system.
• Prepare monthly statements and assist with reconciliations.
• Communicate with customers by phone and email regarding accounts.
• Support daily accounting operations and month-end activities.
• Provide clerical support and maintain confidential financial data.
• Cross-train in multiple accounting functions with team collaboration.

Skills

Accounting experience

Payments processing

Account reconciliations

Invoicing

Financial data entry

Communication skills

Task prioritization

Independence

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Education

Associate degree in Accounting

Two years post-secondary accounting education

Advanced Excel skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Now hiring for an Accounting Assistant

Location: Broussard, LA

If It Doesn't Balance, It'll Bother You (Perfect.)

Join us as a Accounting Assistant in Broussard and help keep accounts organized, updated, and error-free. If matching numbers, spotting small mistakes, and keeping things running smoothly make you happy, you're our kind of person.

Looking for Accounting Assistant jobs in Broussard where accuracy and organization matter every day? This opportunity lets you support financial operations, maintain accurate records, and help keep business processes running smoothly and efficiently.

Education Requirements

• Associate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years of post-secondary education in Accounting, Business, or a similar discipline preferred.
• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Accurate data entry, keyboarding, and 10-key skills required.

Experience Requirements

• Previous experience in accounting, accounts receivable, credit, bookkeeping, or administrative support roles preferred.
• Experience processing customer payments, account reconciliations, invoicing, and financial data entry.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with customers and internal teams.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and work independently with minimal supervision.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, confidentiality, and organizational skills.

Job Duties

• Process credit applications, establish new customer accounts, and maintain customer records, insurance information, and account details.
• Post customer payments, invoices, and financial transactions accurately within the company's accounting system.
• Generate monthly statements, update financial reports, perform bank reconciliations, and assist with general account reconciliations.
• Communicate with customers by phone and email regarding account information, payments, invoices, and credit-related matters.
• Support daily accounting operations by entering financial data, posting revenue, maintaining records, and assisting with month-end activities.
• Provide administrative support through document processing, filing, scanning, mail handling, and clerical tasks as needed.
• Cross-train in multiple accounting functions, collaborate with department leaders, and maintain confidentiality of all financial and customer information.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Professional Office Environment with opportunities for growth and career development.

About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

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