Accounting Specialist 1 / 2 / Technician

Accounting Specialist 1 / 2 / Tech

At the Department of Public Safety Office of Management and Finance (DPS-OMF) our mission is to provide effective management and support services in an efficient and professional manner to all agencies within the Department of Public Safety - Public Safety Services and to public and private entities. We're looking for an Accounting Specialist 1 / 2 / Tech within the Financial Services section at DPS-OMF.

Minimum Qualifications : One year of experience or training in accounting, auditing, bookkeeping, or financial operations or computations. EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION : Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will substitute for one year of the required experience.

Job Specification : The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information : Job Duties : Prepares and assists with balancing the monthly Office of Motor Vehicle Escrow Disbursements. Assists in the classification of revenues to include balancing and reconciling assigned Department of Public Safety accounts. Administers accounts receivable database to include entering, processing, billing, daily balancing, and monthly reconciliation of the subsidiary accounts receivable system. Reviews and processes records of financial transactions, including invoices and / or deposit information relative to collections, refunds, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. Position-Specific Details : Appointment Type : Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment. Career Progression : This position may be filled at the Accounting Specialist 1 / 2 / Technician, depending on the selected applicant's experience. Location : This vacancy is located in East Baton Rouge Parish. Work Schedule : Work hours are 8 : 00 AM to 4 : 30 PM, Monday - Friday. Compensation : The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. The bi-weekly rates for each title are as follows : Accounting Specialist 1 (AS609) - $1,101.60 Accounting Specialist 2 (AS610) - $1,178.40 Accounting Technician (AS612) - $1,348.80 The Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Public Safety Services, is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.