Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
Now hiring for a Accounting Clerk
Location: West Monroe, LA
Pay Rate: $17.00 – $20.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Make the Math Behave (It Knows Who’s Boss).
Step into a Accounting Clerk role in West Monroe where you’ll wrangle spreadsheets, settle accounts, and shut down any numbers that wander off. If balancing to the penny feels like winning, welcome home. This position is responsible for processing payroll, maintaining financial records, assisting with accounts payable and receivable, and supporting employee onboarding and HR administration. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with QuickBooks Desktop and Microsoft Excel, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Job Duties
- Review timesheets, attendance records, and payroll data for accuracy.
- Assist with payroll tax reporting, including 941 and 940 filings
- Maintain payroll records and employee earnings information.
- Respond to employee payroll-related questions and resolve discrepancies.
- Enter and maintain financial transactions in QuickBooks Desktop.
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
- Prepare invoices, reconcile accounts, and assist with bank reconciliations.
- Maintain general ledger records and supporting documentation.
- Assist with month-end and year-end accounting processes.
- Generate reports and spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel.
- Assist with employee onboarding, new hire paperwork, and orientation.
- Maintain employee personnel files and HR records.
- Track benefits enrollment, employee changes, and employment documentation.
- Support hiring activities, including scheduling interviews and processing employment paperwork.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and confidentiality requirements.
Education Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Additional coursework or education in accounting, bookkeeping, business, or finance is beneficial.
Experience Requirements
- Ability to accurately process financial records, invoices, payments, or accounting documents.
- Strong mathematical aptitude and attention to detail.
- Experience using computers, spreadsheets, accounting software, or office applications.
- Ability to organize records, maintain confidentiality, and meet established deadlines.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- 2+ years of payroll, bookkeeping, accounting, or HR administrative experience.
- Proficient in QuickBooks Desktop and Microsoft Excel.
- Knowledge of payroll tax reporting and compliance requirements preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Ability to handle confidential employee and financial information professionally.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or office administration experience is preferred.
- Experience using accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, or similar business systems is beneficial.
- Knowledge of general accounting principles, financial recordkeeping, or reconciliation procedures is considered an asset.
- Individuals who demonstrate professionalism, dependability, accuracy, and strong organizational skills are well positioned for success as a Accounting Clerk.
- Experience filing payroll taxes, including Forms 941 and 940.
- Knowledge of basic HR practices and employment documentation.
- Experience with benefits administration and employee records management.
- Strong analytical and data entry skills.
Physical Capabilities
- Ability to remain seated and work at a computer for extended periods.
- Ability to review financial documents and enter data accurately.
- Ability to occasionally lift office materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to perform normal office duties while maintaining attention to detail throughout the workday.
Benefits
- Competitive Weekly Pay
- Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
- Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
- Professional Office Environment with opportunities for growth and career development.
“This company rocks! The whole management staff is wonderful and friendly. Everything is great: benefits, training, Advancement opportunities, understanding, and supportive in all areas.” – Former Staffmark Accounting Clerk
We’d love to meet you. Apply today.
What You Will Do
As a Accounting Clerk you will process invoices, maintain financial records, enter accounting data, reconcile transactions, prepare reports, organize documentation, assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, support payroll or billing functions as assigned, and help ensure accurate, timely financial recordkeeping while following established accounting procedures.
- We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll/Accounting Clerk to support payroll, accounting, and human resources functions.
- This position is responsible for processing payroll, maintaining financial records, assisting with accounts payable and receivable, and supporting employee onboarding and HR administration.
- The ideal candidate will have strong experience with QuickBooks Desktop and Microsoft Excel, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
A Accounting Clerk supports organizational success by maintaining accurate financial records, processing accounting information, and contributing to dependable financial operations. This position combines professionalism, analytical thinking, and attention to detail to support efficient business management.
The Accounting Clerk requires strong organizational skills, mathematical ability, and the ability to consistently maintain accurate financial documentation while supporting accounting processes and maintaining confidentiality. Successful candidates contribute directly to efficient financial operations and informed business decision-making.
This profession provides an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy accounting, organization, and long-term professional growth.