ACCOUNTANT 1 -4

GOV-Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority in Baton Rouge, LA seeks an Accountant 1-4 to manage project budgets, reconcile expenditures, and maintain grant billing records for CWPPRA projects using LaGov and Excel. The role involves preparing expenditure reports, advising project managers on allowable charges, and supporting audits with proper documentation.

The position progresses from Accountant 1 to 4 depending on experience, with a competitive salary up to $110,531 and bi-weekly entrance

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 related advanced degrees.
• Possession of a CPA license is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, research, and reconcile project budgets and expenditures.
• Review invoices, process budget documents, and prepare journal vouchers for assigned projects.
• Prepare expenditure reports to ensure compliance with budgetary guidelines and program regulations.
• Maintain grant billing records for CWPPRA projects in LaGov, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Collaborate with project managers on cost status and advise on allowable charges.
• Prepare data for financial reporting using LaGov and Excel for sponsors and management.
• Assist in audits by gathering supporting documentation.
• Participate in meetings and trainings to stay current with guidelines and practices.
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Prioritization

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 24 semester hours in accounting

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, management, economics, or statistics

Advanced degree in accounting, finance, business administration, management, economics, quantitative methods, or statistics

CPA license

Tools

LaGov ERP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

The Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Accountant 1-4 to join the Coastal Wetlands Planning, Protection and Restoration Act (CWPPRA) Project Accounting section of CPRA’s Financial Services Division. The incumbent is responsible for performing a variety of professional accounting duties, including financial reporting, project and grant reconciliations, budget and expenditure tracking, ensuring compliance with accounting policies and regulations, and other fiscal operations that support the agency’s daily business functions.

• 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.

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

Job Duties:

• Monitor, research, and reconcile project budgets and expenditures.
• Review invoices, process budget documents, and prepare journal vouchers for assigned projects.
• Prepare expenditure reports to ensure compliance with budgetary guidelines and program regulations.
• Maintain grant billing records for CWPPRA projects in LaGov, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and timeliness of funds receipt and classification.
• Collaborate with project managers on cost status and advise on allowable charges.
• Prepare data for financial reporting using LaGov and Excel, and in order to update sponsors, Executive Management, and project staff.
• Assist in internal and external audits by gathering supporting documentation.
• Participate in meetings, conferences, and professional development trainings to maintain current knowledge of federal guidelines, state regulations, and industry best practices.
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience with LaGov ERP (Finance modules).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize workload while collaborating with a team.
• Acute attention to detail, accuracy, and precision.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment*

Career Progression: This position may be filled as an Accountant 1, Accountant 2, Accountant 3, or Accountant 4 depending on level of experience.

Office Location: 150 Terrace Ave Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Compensation: The maximum salary for the Accountant 4 is $110,531 annually.

There are special bi-weekly entrance rates established for this position:

Accountant 1 $1,730.40

Accountant 2 $1,851.20

Accountant 3 $2,120.00

Accountant 4 $2,428.00

* If filled as a Job Appointment, there is a possibility that this position may later be converted to a Probational Appointment should funding become available.

Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

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

Contact Information:

If you have any questions, you may contact:
Rachel Dunbar, Human Resources Supervisor

P.O. Box 44027

Baton Rouge, LA 70804

[e-mail]