Accountant I - Central Finance Office (1218)

EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL ONE (1) CURRENT WEST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND FOR FUTURE VACANCIES AS THEY OCCUR.Under general supervision, the purpose of this position is to perform responsible, professional level accounting work involving the accurate maintenance and financial reporting for assigned accounts, services, funds, and/or cost centers of the Parish. This position must adhere to Accounting Department Policies and Procedures, any applicable laws, and Parish-wide Rules and Regulations. Additionally, this position is responsible for reviewing and approving purchase orders, generating and/or preparing reports, preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, reviewing ordinances and resolutions to determine/implement appropriate actions, reviewing general ledgers and trial balances, assisting with year-end closing process, assisting with annual financial audit, and assisting with other duties as assigned.

I.          Possession of a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited college.

OR

II.          Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program in Accounting at an accredited college and successful completion of at least eighteen (18) hours of Accounting coursework; plus, six (6) months of internship experience with the Jefferson Parish Central Finance Office in the Accounting Department.

(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)

The examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, an oral panel interview or any combination thereof.  Acceptable applicants will be notified of the time, date, and place of any assembled testing.

 Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification and the Personnel Department reserves the right to determine the quality and quantity of education and experience claimed for credit.

JOB POSTING NO: 1218-04A

DATE:12/11/20

AMENDED: 09/09/22

RE-OPENED: 07/28/23

AMENDED: 04/19/24