SMG, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities has an excellent and immediate opening for and Entry-Level Accounting Assistant at the Shreveport Convention Center in Shreveport, La. The Accounting Assistant is responsible to perform the daily activities within the Finance Department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintaining records and files
• Processing A/P and/or A/R
• Post journal entries to Peachtree
• Preparing purchase orders and tracking receiving reports
• Assist with inventory tracking / ordering when necessary
• Administrative support to Dir. of Finance
• Exhibit Services
• Maintaining Event Files – track deposits, insurance and invoices
• Open and distribute mail
• Distribute Event Settlements
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Qualifications:
• Associates Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. 1-2 years in Accounting or Finance environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Through knowledge of financial and cost accounting
• Have the ability to multi-task under extreme deadline pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Maintain an effective working relationship with clients, employees, exhibitors, patrons and other encountered in the course of employment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work flexible hours based on events, including daytime, evening, weekends and holiday’s as needed.
• Must have professional attitude and appearance

Computer Skills:  
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have extensive knowledge in PeachTree and Excel   spreadsheets.

TO APPLY:
This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.  Resumes must include salary requirements for consideration and may be sent to:

Kelly Hatfield
Shreveport Convention Center
P O Box 1774
Shreveport, LA  71166
Fax No. (318) 841-4245
EMAIL:  Khatfield@shreveportcenter.com
No Phone Calls

SMG is an Equal Opportunity Employer