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Accounting Clerk
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Clerk to join our team in New Orleans, Louisiana. In this position, you will play a vital role in supporting our financial operations, focusing on tasks like accounts payable, accounts receivable, and data entry. If you thrive in a detail-oriented environment and excel in using accounting software, this role offers an excellent opportunity to grow your career. This is a short-term contract to full time employment opportunity.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and manage accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions accurately and efficiently.</p><p>• Enter financial data into accounting systems, ensuring precision and completeness.</p><p>• Utilize QuickBooks to maintain and update financial records.</p><p>• Review and process invoices, ensuring compliance with company policies.</p><p>• Perform bank deposits and withdrawals, reconciling transactions as needed.</p><p>• Generate financial reports and summaries to support decision-making processes.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to resolve discrepancies in financial records.</p><p>• Maintain organized documentation and records for audit and reporting purposes.</p><p>• Ensure timely completion of assigned tasks to meet organizational deadlines.</p>
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping roles.<br>• Proficiency in accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.<br>• Strong knowledge of QuickBooks and other accounting software.<br>• Excellent data entry skills with a focus on accuracy.<br>• Experience in invoice processing and bank transaction management.<br>• Ability to analyze and resolve discrepancies in financial records.<br>• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.<br>• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working within a team.
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  • New Orleans, LA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 16.00 - 18.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Clerk to join our team in New Orleans, Louisiana. In this position, you will play a vital role in supporting our financial operations, focusing on tasks like accounts payable, accounts receivable, and data entry. If you thrive in a detail-oriented environment and excel in using accounting software, this role offers an excellent opportunity to grow your career. This is a short-term contract to full time employment opportunity.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and manage accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions accurately and efficiently.</p><p>• Enter financial data into accounting systems, ensuring precision and completeness.</p><p>• Utilize QuickBooks to maintain and update financial records.</p><p>• Review and process invoices, ensuring compliance with company policies.</p><p>• Perform bank deposits and withdrawals, reconciling transactions as needed.</p><p>• Generate financial reports and summaries to support decision-making processes.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to resolve discrepancies in financial records.</p><p>• Maintain organized documentation and records for audit and reporting purposes.</p><p>• Ensure timely completion of assigned tasks to meet organizational deadlines.</p>
  • 2025-10-09T16:29:10Z

Accounting Clerk Job in New Orleans | Robert Half