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Accountant

St. Landry Parish Government/Lafayette, LA
Job Title: Accountant
Full-time
Job Description:
  • Analyzes effects of transaction upon accounting relationships, and evaluates alternative means of treating transactions
  • Participates in planning, development, and revision of accounting systems
  • Interprets meaning of accounting records, reports, and statements, prepares accounting entries, and advises operating officials on accounting matters
  • Develops, monitors, and reports on important financial indicators
  • Prepares accounting schedules used to monitor the financial position of various funds
  • Works independently on special projects, conducts detailed research and reports to operation officials the finds and recommends course of action
  • Gathers and evaluates cost data and audit information, and in correcting entries
Qualifications:
  • Considerable knowledge of theory and practices of accounting related to the area of assignment to include knowledge of governmental accounting principles and methods
  • Preparation of financial statements and analytical reports
  • Must communicate effectively, orally and in writing
  • Must be able to interact with people in a courteous, tactful, and effective manner
  • Graduation from a four-year college or university with major course work in accounting and three (3) or more years of experience in related field
  • Certification as a Public Accountant in the State of Louisiana is PREFERRED
Contact:
To apply, submit a cover letter and resume via email at cbbreaux@wib40.org.

Date Posted: 7/10/17