Accounting Assistant

We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to join a growing import/export organization in Covington, Louisiana. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who enjoys keeping financial records accurate, supporting day-to-day accounting activity, and contributing to a collaborative office environment. The role offers a strong fit for candidates who are detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable handling both accounting tasks and administrative support responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain organized financial and administrative records while providing day-to-day clerical support to the accounting function.

• Prepare and record journal entries accurately in the general ledger to support routine accounting operations.

• Reconcile accounts and investigate discrepancies to help ensure balances are complete and correct.

• Compile recurring financial reports and distribute them to the appropriate team members on a monthly basis.

• Assist with accounts payable activities, including coding invoices and supporting timely processing workflows.

• Perform bank reconciliations and verify transactions against internal records to maintain accuracy.

• Use Excel and other Microsoft Office applications to track information, prepare documentation, and support reporting needs.

• Take on additional accounting or administrative assignments as business needs evolve.

• At least 1 year of hands-on accounting experience in a clerical or assistant-level capacity.
• Working knowledge of journal entries, account reconciliation, and basic general ledger activity.
• Experience supporting accounts payable processes, including invoice coding and payment-related documentation.
• Ability to complete bank reconciliations and identify discrepancies with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, for reporting, tracking, and data entry tasks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally across teams.
• Reliable organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a deadline-driven environment.