PAYROLL ACCOUNTANT

Lafourche Parish School Board; Thibodaux (LA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Lafourche Parish School Board is seeking a Payroll Accountant for a 240-day position. The role offers a competitive salary range of $56,491 to $84,947 per year and emphasizes accurate payroll processing and strong numerical skills.

Qualifications include a B.S. in Accounting or Business Administration with accounting hours, payroll experience, and familiarity with MUNIS software. The department values attention to detail and reliable decision making.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Accounting or Business Administration with at least 27 semester hours in accounting.
• Three years experience in payroll preferred.
• Demonstrate competence in assigned tasks and proficiency in the use of microcomputers and other business machines.
• Experience with MUNIS software preferred.
• Possess good communication and mathematical skills.
• Ability to exercise judgment in making decisions in accordance with policies and practices of the Business Department.
• Ability to prioritize goals and be self-motivated

Skills

Payroll experience

Communication skills

Mathematical skills

Decision making

Education

B.S. in Accounting or Business Administration

Tools

MUNIS software

Job description

NOTICE

Superintendent of Lafourche Parish School Board is presently accepting applications for the following position:

PAYROLL ACCOUNTANT

Length of Employment: 240 days

Salary Range: $56,491 - $84,947 / Per Year

*Annual Salary is based on years of experience (0-40), with increases for advanced degrees.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Accounting or Business Administration with a minimum of twenty-seven semester hours in accounting;
• Three years experience in payroll preferred;
• Demonstrate competence in assigned tasks and proficiency in the use of microcomputers and other business machines;
• Experience with MUNIS software preferred;
• Possess good communication and mathematical skills;
• Ability to exercise judgment in making decisions in accordance with policies and practices of the Business Department;
• Ability to prioritize goals and be self-motivated

The deadline for the receipt of applications is Friday, November 6, 2026 10:00 AM

Lafourche Parish School Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, military status, natural, protective, or cultural hairstyle, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, or veteran status

Salary/Compensation: $56,491 - $84,947 per year