Accountant/Bookkeeper

Comeaux Furniture and Appliance, a midsized locally owned and operated furniture, appliance, and mattress retailer, and affiliated companies is seeking an experienced accountant. Areas of responsibility include daily posting and/or review of financial transactions, monthly balancing and adjusting journal entries, aiding in the preparation and completion of tax forms, and generating regular reports in coordination with the controller. This position will pay $40,000/year ($19.25/hour).
HOURS/LOCATION:
Monday thru Friday In-Office (Non-Remote) 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Location: 3949 Euphrosine St, New Orleans, LA 70125
DUTIES:
· Daily posting and balancing of all financial transactions
· Monthly balancing of all relevant bank and general ledger accounts
· Evaluate, analyze, and report monthly P&L to owners in coordination with Controller
· Prepare other schedules and financials to coordinate with outside accountants
· Research technical issues regarding tax, h/r, or financial accounting for requirements and compliance
· Aid in the development of internal controls
REQUIREMENTS:
· High school diploma or equivalent; degree in business administration, accounting, or finance preferred
· Minimum 3 years of bookkeeping or relevant accounting experience
· Working knowledge of federal and local tax regulations and compliance reporting
· Efficient use and understanding of Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Outlook...)
· Excellent communication and computation skills
· Knowledge of bookkeeping principles