Junior Accountant

CoverFour; Baton Rouge, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

CoverFour is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support financial operations across its growing multi-brand organization. You will maintain the general ledger, perform reconciliations, and assist with month-end close, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and financial reporting.

The role emphasizes ownership, accuracy, and collaboration with operations, e-commerce, and marketing teams to ensure data integrity and strong internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in startup, consumer goods, retail, or e-commerce.
• Strong understanding of GAAP principles.
• Experience with QuickBooks Online or similar ERP systems preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Experience supporting month-end close and financial reporting.
• Exposure to inventory accounting or cost accounting is a plus.
• CPA certification or CPA-track preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger, including preparation and posting of journal entries.
• Perform monthly bank, credit card, and account reconciliations.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including invoice processing and payment tracking.
• Assist with payroll processing and related reconciliations.
• Prepare internal financial reports, schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Monitor and track expenses to support cash flow visibility and working capital management.
• Assist in maintaining and improving accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Support inventory and cost accounting processes across multiple product lines.
• Collaborate with operations, e-commerce, and marketing teams to ensure financial data aligns with business activities.
• Assist external accountants, auditors, and tax advisors with required documentation and reporting.
• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting processes as needed.

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY
CoverFour is building the next generation of sports equipment and performance gear brands across baseball, softball, football, pickleball, soccer, hockey, lifestyle apparel, accessories, and D2C product innovation. As our portfolio expands, we are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Junior Accountant to support and strengthen our financial operations.
This role will assist in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close processes, managing payables and receivables, and contributing to the financial reporting and internal control structure of a growing multi-brand organization. The ideal candidate brings strong foundational accounting knowledge, thrives in a fast-paced and evolving environment, and demonstrates ownership, reliability, and a commitment to financial accuracy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under limited supervision and with proactive, solution-oriented decision-making, this position will…

• Maintain the general ledger, including preparation and posting of journal entries.
• Perform monthly bank, credit card, and account reconciliations.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including invoice processing and payment tracking.
• Assist with payroll processing and related reconciliations.
• Prepare internal financial reports, schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Monitor and track expenses to support cash flow visibility and working capital management.
• Assist in maintaining and improving accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Support inventory and cost accounting processes across multiple product lines.
• Collaborate with operations, e-commerce, and marketing teams to ensure financial data aligns with business activities.
• Assist external accountants, auditors, and tax advisors with required documentation and reporting.
• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting processes as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably within a startup, consumer goods, retail, or e-commerce environment.
• Strong understanding of GAAP principles.
• Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks Online or similar ERP systems preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas and financial reporting tools.
• Experience supporting month-end close and financial reporting processes.
• Exposure to inventory accounting or cost accounting is a plus.
• CPA certification or CPA-track preferred but not required.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Attention to detail and financial accuracy
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ownership and accountability for assigned responsibilities
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment
• Clear and professional communication
• Process improvement mindset
• Integrity and discretion with confidential information

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• This is an in-office role based in Baton Rouge, LA.
• Limited travel may be required for training or corporate initiatives
• Requires extended periods of computer use and financial systems management.