Travel & Reconciliation Accountant I

Southern University Baton Rouge; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, seeks an Accountant 1 to support travel documentation, payroll, and financial operations within established policies. The role includes reconciling accounts, processing journal vouchers, and ensuring compliance with state travel and university rules.

The position requires a degree in accounting or related fields, a CPA, or equivalent experience. Appointment type is Probational with a starting wage of $19.30/hour.

Qualifications

• Three years of accounting, auditing, payroll, or banking experience.
• Alternative: six years of experience plus accounting coursework.
• Bachelor’s in accounting/finance or CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Audit and approve travel documentation for compliance and payment.
• Prepare CBA schedule and reconcile transactions to bank statements.
• Process payroll deductions and travel reimbursements monthly.
• Maintain travel documents and journal vouchers for travel-related entries.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Auditing

Payroll experience

Financial operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

CPA license

Job description

Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, seeks an Accountant 1 to support travel documentation, payroll, and financial operations within established policies. The role includes reconciling accounts, processing journal vouchers, and ensuring compliance with state travel and university rules.

The position requires a degree in accounting or related fields, a CPA, or equivalent experience. Appointment type is Probational with a starting wage of $19.30/hour.