Accountant 1/2/3

Accountant 1/2/3

The Louisiana Department of Insurance is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accountant 1/2/3 to join the Office of Management & Finance/Fiscal Affairs Division. In this position, you will assist with financial reporting, account reconciliation, budget and expenditure tracking, and other fiscal operations that support the agency's daily business functions. If you enjoy working with financial data, maintaining accurate records, and supporting effective fiscal management in a professional team environment, we encourage you to apply!

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of experience in accounting, auditing, financial operations, payroll, or banking; OR Six years of full-time experience in any field plus twenty-four semester hours in accounting; OR A bachelor's degree with twenty-four semester hours in accounting; OR A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, management, economics, or statistics; OR An advanced degree in accounting, finance, business administration, management, economics, quantitative methods, or statistics; OR Possession of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license. EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

As an Accountant 1/2/3 in the Office of Management & Finance/Fiscal Affairs Division, you will/may:

• Prepare, review, and maintain financial reports, records, and accounting documentation.
• Monitor, reconcile, and track revenues, expenditures, budgets, and related fiscal transactions.
• Process and review financial information for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable policies and procedures.
• Assist with account reconciliations, audits, financial analysis, and fiscal reporting activities.
• Maintain organized fiscal records and documentation while handling confidential financial information appropriately.
• Communicate professionally with agency staff, vendors, auditors, and other stakeholders regarding fiscal and accounting matters.
• Review purchases, invoices, contracts, or payment-related documentation for compliance and accuracy.
• Utilize accounting systems, spreadsheets, and other financial software to support fiscal operations and reporting.
• Assist with budget preparation, expenditure monitoring, and financial forecasting activities.
• Participate in training and ongoing learning related to accounting procedures, financial systems, and state fiscal policies.
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.

Position-Specific Details:

Division/Location: Office of Management & Finance/Fiscal Affairs Division

Appointment Type: Probational

Career Progression: This position may be filled as an Accountant 1, 2, or 3, depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Compensation: The salary will be determined based on qualifications and experience within the established pay range.

How To Apply:

NO CIVIL SERVICE exam is required to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

*Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

Dr. Phillip Donagriche

Human Resources Division

Louisiana Department of Insurance

P.O. Box 94214

Baton Rouge, LA 70804

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Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

Benefits

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at

Parental Leave Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at

Holidays and Leave State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veteran's Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System ( LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
• Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System ( among others