Job Description
Are you ready to launch your career in finance?
New Orleans Financial Partners is looking for ambitious individuals to join our growing team as Junior Accountants. We believe in nurturing talent, which is why we offer comprehensive training and mentorship for candidates with little to no prior accounting experience. If you have a strong attention to detail and a drive to succeed, we want to meet you.
As a Junior Accountant, you will play a vital role in maintaining our financial health. You will work closely with our senior accounting team to learn the ins and outs of bookkeeping, financial reporting, and reconciliation processes.
Responsibilities
- Assist with daily bookkeeping tasks: Support the finance team in recording daily transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Bank Reconciliation: Review bank statements and credit card statements to ensure all transactions match company records.
- Data Entry: Maintain organized digital and physical records of invoices, receipts, and financial documents.
- Support Month-End Close: Help prepare trial balances and assist in the closing process under supervision.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare basic financial reports and assist in the preparation of quarterly summaries.
- General Office Support: Provide administrative support to the finance department as needed.
Qualifications
- Education: High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is a plus but not mandatory.
- Experience: No prior accounting experience required. We are looking for candidates eager to learn.
- Technical Skills: Basic computer proficiency is required; familiarity with Microsoft Excel (including basic formulas) is preferred.
- Soft Skills: Strong analytical skills, high attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a team environment.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.