Job Description
Join Bayou Financial Partners, a dynamic New Orleans-based accounting firm, as a Part-Time Staff Accountant. We're seeking a meticulous finance professional to support our diverse client portfolio with accurate financial reporting and bookkeeping services. This flexible 20-hour/week role offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to work with industry leaders in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements for small to mid-sized businesses
- Manage accounts payable/receivable cycles and bank reconciliations
- Assist with month-end closing processes and journal entries
- Maintain organized digital financial records using QuickBooks Online
- Support tax preparation projects and compliance documentation
- Collaborate with senior accountants on client financial analysis
- Implement process improvements for operational efficiency
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)
- 2+ years of hands-on bookkeeping/accounting experience
- Expert proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and tax regulations
- Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Excellent communication and client interaction abilities
- Local New Orleans residency preferred