Accountant

Bailey's Catering - Lafayette, LA

Full-time

Lafayette, LA

Food Services and Drinking Places

About the position

The Accountant at Bailey's Catering is responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting functions, including financial statement preparation, accruals, and general accounting tasks. This role requires a detail-oriented individual who can analyze, report, and summarize financial data effectively while working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Full cycle Accounts Receivable, including preparation of invoices and maintaining customer and vendor records
• Accounts Payable including: purchase orders and vendor records maintenance
• Multiple Bank reconciliations for depository accounts
• Reconcile all balance sheet accounts; reviewing for input accuracy and prepare monthly reports and journal entries, as needed
• General ledger maintenance
• Prepare weekly payroll
• Administration of quarterly business and payroll taxes
• Prepare monthly financial statements
• Maintain required business documents
• Prepare annual 1099's
• Maintain financial document retention files
• New vendor setup and maintenance
• Vendor statement reconciliation and discrepancies
• Deposit and cash reports
• Prepare and/or review of all expense reports for accuracy and proper expense disclosure
• Perform other related duties as may be requested by the President.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred.
• Proficient in accounting software (3 years minimum experience)
• Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• 5+ years accounting experience
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced work environment
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Able to complete tasks accurately and timely with minimal supervision
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Thrives in a collaborative, team player office environment
• Ability to interface well with staff and external contacts.
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality.

Benefits

• Compensation Package DOE