<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk for our client in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role involves supporting essential accounting functions, including managing invoices, processing transactions, and assisting with accounts payable and receivable activities. Working closely with the Accounting Manager, you will contribute to maintaining accurate financial records and supporting administrative accounting tasks. This is a short-term contract to full time employment opportunity.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process vendor invoices and match them to purchase orders or vouchers to ensure accurate accounts payable records.</p><p>• Assist in accounts receivable functions, including applying cash receipts, generating invoices, and following up on overdue balances.</p><p>• Perform general accounting support tasks such as reconciling general ledger accounts and assisting with month-end closing activities.</p><p>• Review and correct transaction documents, ensuring accuracy and initiating necessary follow-up actions.</p><p>• Assign appropriate expenditure and accounting codes to documents requiring classification expertise.</p><p>• Prepare detailed financial statements and reports, compiling information from multiple sources.</p><p>• Post financial data to journals, registers, and ledgers using manual or electronic methods.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve discrepancies by tracing sources of errors, reconstructing transactions, and preparing correction documents.</p><p>• Monitor budgets and assist with adjustments or transfers to ensure budgetary compliance.</p><p>• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.</p>
<p>We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Accounting Clerk for our client located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In this short-term contract to full time position, you will play a vital role in managing essential accounting functions, ensuring accuracy in invoicing, expense reporting, and payroll processes. This opportunity is ideal for a dependable individual who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and manage invoices and employee expense reports with accuracy and attention to detail.</p><p>• Review and approve employee timecards for up to 30 staff members, ensuring compliance with policies and deadlines.</p><p>• Coordinate travel arrangements and allocate per diem for employees, maintaining cost-efficiency and seamless planning.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to address discrepancies and improve workflow processes.</p><p>• Reconcile accounts to ensure financial records are accurate and up to date.</p><p>• Maintain accounts receivable records and ensure timely collection of payments.</p><p>• Perform data entry tasks to support accurate financial tracking and reporting.</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Excel for financial analysis and reporting tasks.</p><p>• Assist in payroll processing to ensure timely and accurate employee payments.</p>