Accountant/Auditor

Assumption Parish Police Jury; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits after probation

Job summary

The Assumption Parish Police Jury in Napoleonville seeks an Accountant/Auditor for full-time work in the Administrative Office. Responsibilities include budget oversight for federal programs, asset tracking, and financial reporting for grants and parish programs.

Five years of governmental or general accounting experience is preferred, with an accounting-related degree. Proficiency in Excel is required, and duties may extend beyond normal hours during the annual audit period.

Qualifications

• College degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Business Management preferred but five (5) years of work experience in governmental or general accounting is a necessity.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of the Federal Programs budget and oversight and compilation of the entire parish budget.
• Maintenance of the fixed asset listing consisting of tracking all purchases of assets and disposal of assets.
• Fiscal reporting for grants and federal programs.
• Compilation and recording of data in journals and ledgers of various federal, state and parish programs.
• Interaction with program monitors and auditors.
• Preparation of all parish records/documents necessary for the annual financial audit which may result in working hours outside of the normal workday during the audit period of January through June.
• Availability during natural disasters to assist the OHSEP Director in civil defense and hazardous matter activities.
• Attendance at Police Jury meetings on an irregular basis as needed.

Skills

Excel

Education

Accounting or related degree

Job description

Job Title and Employer

The Assumption Parish Police Jury is now seeking applications for the position of ACCOUNTANT/AUDITOR within the Administrative Office in Napoleonville. The position to be filled is for full-time employment.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of the Federal Programs budget and oversight and compilation of the entire parish budget.
• Maintenance of the fixed asset listing consisting of tracking all purchases of assets and disposal of assets.
• Fiscal reporting for grants and federal programs.
• Compilation and recording of data in journals and ledgers of various federal, state and parish programs.
• Interaction with program monitors and auditors.
• Preparation of all parish records/documents necessary for the annual financial audit which may result in working hours outside of the normal workday during the audit period of January through June.
• Availability during natural disasters to assist the OHSEP Director in civil defense and hazardous matter activities.
• Attendance at Police Jury meetings on an irregular basis as needed.

Qualifications

College degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Business Management preferred but five (5) years of work experience in governmental or general accounting is a necessity.

Skills

Proficiency in Excel with the ability to multi-task on a daily basis.

Salary

Contingent upon education and/or experience. Range set between $50,000 - $65,000.

Benefits

Full benefits available after 60-day probationary period.

Application Deadline

The deadline for submission is Friday, August 28, 2026 at noon.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Assumption Parish Police Jury is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. TDD Available 1-800-846-5277

Publication

Publish: Bayou Journal, August 13, 20 & 27, 2026

Other Info

All Parish Offices

Job Details

Category: Police Jury Job Listing

Status: Open

Posted: August 13, 2026 12:12 AM

Closing: August 28, 2027 12:00 PM