Bookkeeper Jobs in Louisiana

A Bookkeeper in the accounting industry plays an essential role in maintaining, verifying, and recording financial transactions for a company. They handle day-to-day accounting tasks such as data entry, managing accounts payable and receivable, processing payroll, and preparing financial reports. Productivity, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of basic accounting principles are crucial skills for this role. Having proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Excel, and other data management programs is also beneficial. Additionally, a Bookkeeper should have strong analytical skills to interpret and present financial data accurately.

While there's no required certification to become a Bookkeeper, earning a certified bookkeeper designation from the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers or the National Association of Certified Public Bookkeepers can significantly increase job prospects. It's common for people to occupy roles such as Accounting Clerk, Accounts Receivable Clerk, or Administrative Assistant before becoming a Bookkeeper. These positions provide the necessary hands-on experience with financial record keeping and reporting, which is crucial in successfully performing the duties of a Bookkeeper.

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Bookkeeper

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 1 day ago

We are currently recruiting experienced Bookkeepers for a local company....

Full-Charge Bookkeeper

  • Bossier City, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bossier City, LA
  • 2 days ago

including journal entries and reconciliations....

Bookkeeper--part time 2-3 days per week

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 3 days ago

for part time bookkeeper for our small business in Lafayette....

Bookkeeper--part time 2-3 days per week

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 5 days ago

Looking for part time bookkeeper for our small business in Lafayette. Quickbooks experience. AP, PR, AR. 2-3 days per week...

Bookkeeper-IPSD Educational Center

  • New Iberia, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • New Iberia, LA
  • 6 days ago

Attachment(s): C-502 Bookkeeper-General Business.docx...

Bookkeeper (Sales Tax Department)-IPSD Central Office

  • New Iberia, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • New Iberia, LA
  • 6 days ago

Attachment(s): C-502B Bookkeeper - Sales Tax Department.docx...

Bookkeeper

  • Donaldsonville, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Donaldsonville, LA
  • 7 days ago

EisnerAmper is seeking an organized individual for the role of a part-time bookkeeper....

Clerk B1-3/Bookkeeper

  • Dequincy, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • Dequincy, LA
  • 10 days ago

Clerk B1-3/Bookkeeper Calcasieu Parish School Board DEQUINCY PRIMARY - DEQUINCY, Louisiana This job is also posted in Calcasieu Parish School Board Job Details Job ID:5219109 Application Deadline:Jun...

Clerk B1-3 / Bookkeeper

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 10 days ago

Clerk B1-3 / Bookkeeper Calcasieu Parish School Board DOLBY ELEM - LAKE CHARLES, Louisiana This job is also posted in Calcasieu Parish School Board Job Details Job ID:5204348 Application Deadline:Jun...

Bookkeeper

  • Jefferson, LA
  • 13 days ago
  • Jefferson, LA
  • 13 days ago

Posts and maintains a variety of ledgers; enters income and expense data into computerized financial systems; proofs entries to verify accuracy and completeness; prepares and makes journal entries,...

Bookkeeper/HR Assistant

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 13 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 13 days ago

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith based organization, has a job opening for a Bookkeeper/Human Resources Assistant for the Lafayette Corps in Lafayette, Louisiana....

General Ledger Accountant-500000

  • Kinder, LA
  • 13 days ago
  • Kinder, LA
  • 13 days ago

Responsible for properly performing all financial activities related to the General Ledger Accounting Department, in accordance with established policies, procedures and controls. EDUCATION and/or...

Professional Assistant/Bookkeeper

  • Braithwaite, LA
  • 23 days ago
  • Braithwaite, LA
  • 23 days ago

Ad Valorem - 2.40 parish property (ad valorem) tax mills are dedicated to employee salaries. The annual receipts from this tax are distributed to employees twice a year, one-half in January and...

Bookkeeper

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 25 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 25 days ago

Now Hiring- Bookkeeper $19+ BOE: Our team in East Baton Rouge is looking for a reliable, detail- oriented Bookkeeper to handle day-to-day financial tasks and general office support for a local Accounting...

Federal Programs Bookkeeper

  • Luling, LA
  • 27 days ago
  • Luling, LA
  • 27 days ago

Federal Programs Bookkeeper JobID: 2176 Position Type: Accounting/Business Office/Bookkeeper Date Posted: 6/2/2025 Location: Media Center Date Available: 2025-2026 School Year Closing Date: Initial...

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Louisiana

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Louisiana offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.5%
Master's Degree
16.2%
Associate's Degree
14.9%
High School or GED
12.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.7%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Bookkeepers in Louisiana
Less than 1 year
29.7%
4-6 years
24.0%
2-4 years
22.2%
1-2 years
21.3%
None
2.5%
6-8 years
0.3%


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