Public Sector Accounting Technician: AP & Reporting

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Insurance is seeking an Accounting Technician to join the Office of Management & Finance/Fiscal Division. The role supports accounts payable processing, financial reporting, and fiscal compliance, handling invoices, reconciliations, and keeping accurate records under agency policies.

The position will be filled as a four-year job appointment. No civil service exam is required, and the incumbent will contribute to timely payments and reliable financial operations for

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and enter payment information into the agency's financial system to support timely and accurate payments.
• Review invoices and supporting documentation to ensure expenditures comply with agency policies, state regulations, and accounting requirements.
• Reconcile payments and financial records, researching and resolving discrepancies when necessary.
• Prepare financial reports, spreadsheets, and supporting schedules used by agency management and accounting staff.
• Assist with maintaining accurate accounting records, including posting and journalizing financial transactions.
• Communicate with vendors and agency staff regarding invoice status, payment processing, and other fiscal matters.
• Support the agency's accounts payable operations by ensuring financial transactions are processed accurately and efficiently.
• Apply accounting principles, procurement requirements, and fiscal policies in the performance of daily duties.
• Assist with special projects, audits, and other fiscal activities as assigned.
• Perform other duties in support of the Office of Management & Finance/Fiscal Division and the Louisiana Department of Insurance.

Skills

Accounting

Invoice processing

Reconciliation

Financial reporting

Vendor communication

Job description

The Louisiana Department of Insurance is seeking an Accounting Technician to join the Office of Management & Finance/Fiscal Division. The role supports accounts payable processing, financial reporting, and fiscal compliance, handling invoices, reconciliations, and keeping accurate records under agency policies.

The position will be filled as a four-year job appointment. No civil service exam is required, and the incumbent will contribute to timely payments and reliable financial operations for