Accountant 1-2
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Accountant 1-2
Salary
$3,345.00 - $6,566.00 Monthly
Location
New Orleans, LA
Job Type
Promotion
Job Number
223244
Department
LA St Bd-CPAs
Opening Date
07/10/2026
Closing Date
7/15/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description
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About this Job
The Agency's Mission is to promote the reliability of information that is used for guidance in financial transactions or for accounting for or assessing the financial status or performance of commercial, noncommercial, and governmental enterprises. The public interest requires that persons professing special competence in accountancy or offering assurance as to the reliability or fairness of presentation of such information shall have demonstrated their qualifications to do so, and that persons who have not demonstrated and maintained such qualifications not be permitted to represent themselves as having such special competence or to offer such assurance. The public interest further requires that the conduct of persons and firms certified, pe1mitted or licensed as having special competence in accountancy be regulated in all aspects of their professional work, that a public authority competent to prescribe and assess the qualifications and to regulate the conduct of licensees be established, and that the use of titles that have a capacity or tendency to deceive the public as to the status or competence of the persons using such titles be prohibited.
AN IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:
Accepting Direction: The ability to accept and follow directions from those higher in the chain of command.
Communicating Effectively: The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas.
Demonstrating Accountability: The ability to accept ownership for your actions, behaviors, performance, and decisions.
Following Policies & Procedures: The ability to comply with policies and procedures of the organization as well as State Civil Service rules, and all applicable federal and state laws.
Leveraging Technology: The ability to use technology and its related processes to further organizational goals.
Solving Problems:The ability to discover solutions to problems.
Using Data: The ability to use relevant and valid data to inform a recommendation for action.
Working with Financial Information: The ability to use financial data to guide, drive, and convey the financial standing and/or outlook of an organization.
Promotion ONLY Only current, classified permanent employees of the State Board of CPA will be considered
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 Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be foundhere.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and analytical reports.
Manages cash balances, including funds drawn and received, deposits, and complex revenue/expenditure classification.
Performs budget monitoring, reconciliations, auditing steps, and forecasting.
Serves as technical liaison with state/federal auditors, banks, vendors, and internal management. Reviews contracts and purchasing documentation for compliance.
Participates in the development and implementation of accounting subsystems, techniques, and procedures.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Promotion ONLY Only current, classified permanent employees of the State Board of CPA will be considered
Career Progression: This position participates 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 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). Resumeswill notbe accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
Caren Singleton
State Board of CPAs of Louisiana
504-566-1244
caren.singleton@la.gov
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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Do you possess twenty-four semester hours in accounting?
Yes
No
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MQ -- ACCOUNTANT 1 -- Part 3 [remove this line] If you indicated that you have completed 24 semester hours in accounting, please list each course using the format below: Course acronym and number - Course title - Credit hours - Institution Example: ACCT 2001 - Introductory Financial Accounting - 3 credit hours - LSU If not applicable, enter "N/A."
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DA: Demonstrating Accountability - How well do you take responsibility for your actions, results, and performance?
I avoid responsibility, deliver poor work, and resist feedback.
I take ownership when prompted and meet basic expectations.
I own results, meet standards, and respond to feedback professionally.
I drive high performance, prevent issues, and model accountability.
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DA: Demonstrating Accountability - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
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UD: Using Data - How do you work with data to generate insights or inform decisions?
I struggle to collect, analyze, or use data effectively, and I may misuse or present sensitive information incorrectly.
I can work with basic data, but I may miss key trends, present it unclearly, or need help applying insights.
I collect accurate data, identify patterns, share insights clearly, and use data to make informed, ethical decisions.
I use advanced techniques to uncover insights, tell clear data stories, and proactively protect sensitive information.
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UD: Using Data - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
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WFI: Working with Financial Information - How do you use financial information to support your work and ensure accuracy and compliance?
I struggle to understand or apply financial data, rules, or processes, which may cause delays or errors.
I can interpret basic financial data, but I may need help to ensure accuracy, compliance, or informed decisions.
I accurately interpret financial data, apply policies, ensure compliance, and prepare transparent reports.
I anticipate risks, interpret complex financial data, and align financial decisions with compliance and strategic priorities.
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WFI: Working with Financial Information - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
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Do you have a current Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license?
Yes
No
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Are you a current, Classified permanent employee of the La State Board of CPAs?
Yes
No
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Employer
State of Louisiana
Address
1201 N 3rd St
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802
Phone
(866) 783-5462
Website
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