Staff Accountant

GOLFBALLS.COM

Lafayette, LA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounts Receivable Management, Accounts Receivable Processing, Analysis Skills, Billing, Chargebacks, Communication Skills, Credit Reports, Detail Oriented, Finance, Financial Operations, Journal Entries, Mail Processing, Microsoft Dynamics GP (fka Great Plains Dynamics), Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Past Due Accounts, Payroll Accounting, Payroll Administration, Payroll Forms and Checks, Payroll Software/Services, Problem Solving Skills, Record Keeping, Reporting Skills, Retail Sales, Returns Processing, Sales, Sales Management, Time Management
LOCATION
Lafayette, LA
POSTED
1 day ago

Job Title: Accounting & Payroll Specialist

Department: Finance / Accounting
Reports To: Controller

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Accounting & Payroll Specialist to support our finance operations. This role is responsible for managing sales posting, accounts receivable processes, and bi-weekly payroll administration across the company and its subsidiaries. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a high level of accuracy, and experience working with accounting and payroll systems.

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Accounts Receivable Management

  • Ensure all sales are recorded timely and accurately in Dynamics GP
  • Review sales batches to confirm transactions are captured in the appropriate accounting period
  • Review and post daily retail sales
  • Monitor the Accounts Receivable account and maintain accurate balances
    • Prepare credit reports for new customers for review
    • Generate and distribute customer invoices
    • Prepare and send monthly customer statements
    • Conduct collection calls for past-due accounts
  • Record all deposits in Dynamics GP for the company and its subsidiaries
  • Process returns and adjustment entries in Dynamics GP
  • Manage chargebacks in coordination with Signifyd
    • Record all chargebacks accurately in the system

Payroll Administration

  • Process bi-weekly payroll for the company and its subsidiaries using Netchex
  • Ensure all employee time is accurately recorded, including bonus calculations for production staff
  • Prepare payroll detail reports for final approval
  • Create and post payroll-related journal entries in Dynamics GP
  • Initiate transfers from the operating account to the payroll account
  • Upload and record manual payroll checks in the system
  • Process off-cycle (ad hoc) payroll as needed

Qualifications

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
  • 5+ years of experience in accounting and/or payroll processing
  • Experience with Dynamics GP and Netchex (or similar systems) preferred
  • Strong understanding of accounts receivable and payroll processes
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Opportunities for professional growth

About the Company

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GOLFBALLS.COM