Accounting Specilist 2
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Accounting Specilist 2
Salary
$2,553.00 - $4,375.00 Monthly
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type
Classified
Job Number
211701
Department
LA Used Motor Vehicle Commission
Opening Date
08/11/2025
Closing Date
8/18/2025 11:59 PM Central
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About this Job
The LUMVC is the authority that licenses and regulates the used motor vehicle industry, involving the sale of used motor vehicles. The Commission receives no state General Funds. Revenue is self-generated by licensing fees, auction transaction fees, and fines. Chapter 4C Title 32 (R.S. 32:781 - 808) of the Louisiana Criminal Law and Motor Vehicle Handbook sets forth the definitions and general provisions for the regulation of the used motor vehicle industry. Currently, there are over 8000 licensees that are governed by the LUMVC, which include: used motor vehicle dealers, automotive dismantlers and parts recyclers, motor vehicle crushers, rent with the option to purchase dealers, daily rental dealers, auction dealers, used parts and accessories dealers, and salespersons.
About this position:
At the Louisiana Used Motor Vehicle Commission (LUMVC), we are seeking a detail-orientedAccounting Specialist 2 to support our accounting team. This role focuses on accurate fee entry, financial software, and assisting with daily accounting tasks to ensure efficient and compliant fiscal operations.
An Idea Candidate Should Possess the Following Key Competencies:
Data Entry Accuracy-Enters high volumes of information quickly and with precision
Excel Proficiency-Comfortable using spreadsheets for organizing, analyzing, and reporting data.
LearningAgility-Quickly adapt to software systems and processes.
Numerical Aptitude-Works comfortably with numbers and basic financial information.
Attention to Detail-Ensures records, transactions, and reports are accurate and complete.
RegulatoryAwareness-Understands and applies relevant agency rules and statutes.
Team Collaboration-Work effectively with the accounting team to meet daily operational needs.
Minimum Qualifications
Two years of experience or training in accounting, auditing, bookkeeping, or financial operations or computations.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will substitute for one year of the required experience.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be foundhere (https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=140470) .
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
Enter fees and related financial data into the agency's accounting software with accuracy and timeliness.
Learn and effectively navigate the agency's financial software to perform daily tasks and assist in reporting.
Process account payable transactions as assigned, ensuring compliance with agency and state guidelines.
Assist the accounting staff with routine accounting and administrative functions.
Prepare, update, and maintain accurate financial records and spreadsheets using Excel.
Verify and reconcile information to ensure accuracy in reports and records
Apply relevant agency rules, regulations, and procedures when performing tasks.
Assist with general office duties and special projects as needed to support the accounting team's operations.
Perform other related duties as assigned
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational
Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply:
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 their current stage 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). Resumeswill notbe accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Sharetha Moncrieffe
LA Used Motor Vehicle Commission
smocrieffe@lumvc.la.gov
225-925-3873
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough 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 https://info.groupbenefits.org/
Parental Leave- Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found athttps://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
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 (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Your\Retirement\System.mp4) to give you more detailed information about their system
Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others
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