Staff Accountant I

SUMMARY OF PRIMARY JOB FUNCTION

Performs specialized accounting work in the preparation and maintenance of financial documents and records for the Parish.

QUALIFICATIONS

Sufficient experience, education, or training to successfully perform the duties of this position and possess the knowledge, skills and abilities for the position. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of a bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, or related field and previous accounting work experience in a government setting or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess a valid Louisiana driver's license and driving record acceptable to the Parish's Risk Manager. Must be bondable.

OTHER:

Knowledge of accounting fundamentals relating to debits/credits and their relationship to the General Ledger; standards and practices for establishing and maintaining valid accounting documentation and credible audit trails; accounting practices relating to the proofing and balancing of accounts, transactions and/or data entry, and ability to apply a variety of government rules, laws, and policies while performing a variety of administrative assignments required. Only applications meeting the minimum qualifications will be acknowledged. Attractive benefits package, including up to 85% employer-paid premiums for health insurance and 100% employer-paid premiums for dental and life insurance. _______________________________________________________________________

ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH

is a drug-free workplace.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG SCREENS, PHYSICALS, AND BACKGROUND CHECKS CONDUCTED ON PROSPECTIVE NEW HIRES. ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH

prohibits any form of discrimination in its employment practices based on an individual's sex, race, age, color, disability, religion, national origin, or any other legally protected characteristic. Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. TDD# 1-800-846-5277 or LA Relay #711 www.sjbparish.gov. Staff Accountant I 1811 West Airline Highway, Laplace, LA 70068 $25.14 - $31.42 an hour - Full-time $25.14 - $31.42 an hour - Full-time

SUMMARY OF PRIMARY JOB FUNCTION

Performs specialized accounting work in the preparation and maintenance of financial documents and records for the Parish.

QUALIFICATIONS

Sufficient experience, education, or training to successfully perform the duties of this position and possess the knowledge, skills and abilities for the position. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of a bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, or related field and previous accounting work experience in a government setting or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess a valid Louisiana driver's license and driving record acceptable to the Parish's Risk Manager. Must be bondable.

OTHER:

Knowledge of accounting fundamentals relating to debits/credits and their relationship to the General Ledger; standards and practices for establishing and maintaining valid accounting documentation and credible audit trails; accounting practices relating to the proofing and balancing of accounts, transactions and/or data entry, and ability to apply a variety of government rules, laws, and policies while performing a variety of administrative assignments required. Only applications meeting the minimum qualifications will be acknowledged. Attractive benefits package, including up to 85% employer-paid premiums for health insurance and 100% employer-paid premiums for dental and life insurance. _______________________________________________________________________

ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH

is a drug-free workplace.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG SCREENS, PHYSICALS, AND BACKGROUND CHECKS CONDUCTED ON PROSPECTIVE NEW HIRES. ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH

prohibits any form of discrimination in its employment practices based on an individual's sex, race, age, color, disability, religion, national origin, or any other legally protected characteristic. Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. TDD# 1-800-846-5277 or LA Relay #711 www.sjbparish.gov.