Detail‑Oriented Accountant for CPA‑Style Bookkeeping

Staffmark; Bastrop (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical/dental/vision/Life insurance

401(k) plan

Respect for accuracy

Job summary

Staffmark in Bastrop, LA is seeking an experienced Accountant to manage full accounting records, close books, and ensure accuracy beyond A/R and A/P.The role requires an associate degree, 1–2 years bookkeeping, proficiency in QuickBooks/Xero, and strong Excel skills. You'll support clients and CPAs, maintain ledgers, and contribute to tax season preparations.Competitive hourly pay, benefits, and 401(k) are offered.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Bachelor’s preferred).
• 1–2 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, preferably in a CPA firm.
• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of MS Excel and basic financial principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain financial records, ledgers, and journals.
• Assist in posting transactions to appropriate accounts in accounting software.
• Reconcile bank statements and client accounts accurately.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Assist with tax preparation and filing during tax season.
• Verify the accuracy of invoices and other accounting documents.
• Communicate with clients to gather necessary financial information.
• Support senior accountants and CPAs with audits and financial reporting.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial data.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Accounting software proficiency

Education

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

MS Excel

Job description

Staffmark in Bastrop, LA is seeking an experienced Accountant to manage full accounting records, close books, and ensure accuracy beyond A/R and A/P.The role requires an associate degree, 1–2 years bookkeeping, proficiency in QuickBooks/Xero, and strong Excel skills. You'll support clients and CPAs, maintain ledgers, and contribute to tax season preparations.Competitive hourly pay, benefits, and 401(k) are offered.