Accounting Specialist Supervisor

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Public Safety – Office of Management and Finance (DPS-OMF) seeks an Accountant Specialist Supervisor in Baton Rouge. The role supervises a small accounting team and oversees all aspects of accounts receivable and payable for the Office of State Police, with emphasis on accuracy and regulatory compliance.

Applicants should have four years of accounting experience or training, with a substitution rule allowing 30 semester hours per year of experience.

Qualifications

• This role requires four years of experience or training in accounting, auditing, bookkeeping, or financial operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff (three Paraprofessional Accounting Specialist 1/2 and one Technician) handling revenue and expenditure functions.
• Approve and authorize revenue classifications, vendor payments, and journal entries.
• Monitor accounts receivable and payable, ensuring timely processing and accuracy.
• Coordinate with public and private auditors and financial partners to resolve issues.

Skills

Supervisory

Accounting

Accounts receivable

Accounts payable

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's in accounting

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

At the Department of Public Safety – Office of Management and Finance (DPS-OMF) our mission is to provide effective management and support services in an efficient and professional manner to all agencies within the Department of Public Safety - Public Safety Services and to public and private entities.

We're looking for an Accountant Specialist Supervisor within the Financial Services section at DPS-OMF.

Four years of experience or training in accounting, auditing, bookkeeping, or financial operations or computations.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:

Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will substitute for one year of the required experience.

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

Job Duties:

This position serves as supervisor for staff of (3) Paraprofessional Accounting Specialist 1/2 and/or Technician performing all aspects of financial accounts receivable and payable services for an agency within the Department of Public Safety and Corrections. The Accounting Specialist Supervisor oversees and monitors all accounts receivable with annual collections and payable functions for the Office of State Police. Receives general supervision from Accountant Manager 2.

• Assigns and reviews work assignments for three Accountant Specialist 1/2’s and one Accountant Technician related to daily expenditure and revenue functions to ensure compliance with all stated Unit and Department goals, federal and state reporting requirements and regulations, ensures timely and accurate classification of revenue for all agencies under supervision; ensures accurate and timely payment of all invoices and maintains internal ledgers and records for all accounts receivables and NSF checks; 25%
• Approves and authorizes transaction and/or batch documents related to revenue classifications, vendor payments, adjusting journal entries;
• Evaluates performance of subordinates by preparing obtainable performance goals and expectations; conducts performance evaluations for all subordinate staff in order to monitor the meeting and completion of established goals and expectations; Provides supervisory guidance when corrective action(s) is required;
• Reports problem areas and issues to supervising managers in order to facilitate resolution while making recommendations related to the efficiency and effectiveness of policies and procedures related to the Unit;
• Communicates with public and private accountants; state, federal and independent auditors; banks, brokerage firms; and program or management personnel for the purpose of providing information and technical assistance needed to resolve problems;
  • Other special projects and duties as assigned;

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional

Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.

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.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Joel Sunsin/DPS/Human Resources Analyst B

7979 Independence Blvd STE 201 Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70806

Ph: 225-925-6068

Email: [e-mail]