Accounting Specialist 1 - 2 (Accounts Payable Specialist) presso State of Louisiana, LA

About the Department

Are you a numbers-driven professional who enjoys precision, problem-solving, and keeping financial operations running smoothly? We’re seeking a skilled Accounting Specialist to join our team and play a key role in managing day-to-day accounting activities, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting departmental operations. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a collaborative work environment while ensuring compliance, efficiency, and fiscal integrity across all financial processes.

The Finance Operations (FO)Division provides accounting and revenue cycle management services to JPHSA and its programs. The Accounting Specialist 2 operates under the supervision of an Administrative Program Manager 3 (Accounting Supervisor) whose responsibilities include the day-to-day processing of accounts payable transactions to ensure records are maintained in an effective up-to-date manner and maintaining a large number of vendor files while staying in compliance with company policies and procedures.

Position Duties

Minimum Qualifications

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Other Qualifications

Job Duties: 

As an Accounting Specialist, you will, 

• Verifies invoices and requisitions for goods and services weekly. Codes invoices with appropriate expenditure, funding source, cost center, etc.
• Verifies transactions comply with financial policies and procedures.
• Ensures all required backup documentation such as purchase authorizations, packing lists, etc. are included with invoices prior to payment processing.
• Prepares batches of invoices for data entry; enters invoices for payments; processes and reviews edit reports after data entry to ensure accuracy.
• Uploads processed checks to the on-line bank safe pay module immediately after checks are signed. Generates EFT(Electronic Funds Transfer) files to the on-line bank payment module for electronic processing immediately after check remittances are approved.
• Reviews travel authorizations and travel reimbursement requests for accuracy and compliance with policy and procedures.
• Reconciles vendor statements monthly. Ensures statements are received for all vendors.
• Communicates with vendors and internal staff concerning check/invoice discrepancies and inquiries. 

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type:   Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment

Career Progression:  This position participates in a Career Progression Group and can be filled as an Accounting Specialist 1 or 2.  

Work Schedule: Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday.

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:

No Civil Service test score is required in order 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: 

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Enjoli Lewis

Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority

3616 S. I-10 Service Road West, Metairie, LA 70001

[email protected]

504-838-5426

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