Accounting Supervisor — AR/AP & Financial Operations Lead

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

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.