ACCOUNTANT I - CENTRAL FINANCE OFFICE (1218)

Salary : $48,786.00 - $58,543.00 Annually

Location : West Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA

Job Type : Permanent

Job Number : 1218-05A

Department : Accounting 0061

Opening Date : 01 / 17 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Purpose of Announcement

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.

Kind of Work

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. Employees in this classification are responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate recording and reporting of all financial activities for the assigned area. 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.

Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination

Meet ONE (1) of the following :

I. Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

II. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field and significant (at least 9 months) experience performing professional accounting duties

III. Current employment and permanent civil service status with Jefferson Parish in the classification of Accountant II.

Kind of Examination

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 : 1218-05A

DATE : 12 / 11 / 20

RE-OPENED : 07 / 28 / 23

AMENDED : 01 / 17 / 25

Applications may be filed online at OR either of the office addresses below :

Application Offices

East Jefferson : Room 206, 12221 Elmwood Park Blvd. Jefferson, LA 70123

West Jefferson : Suite 3100, 200 Derbigny St. Gretna, LA 70053

JEFFERSON PARISH CIVIL SERVICE BENEFITS

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Employees accumulate one half day of paid vacation for every two weeks worked.

Leave accrual rates increase with years of service. Any unused annual leave is

usually paid upon separation from Parish Employment.

Sick Leave

Employees accumulate one half day of paid sick leave for every two weeks worked.

Sick leave is available for personal illness, injury or medical consultations.

Holidays

Nine paid official holidays are observed, plus any holidays declared by Parish Officials.

Life Insurance

All regular employees receive a life insurance policy equal to one year's salary.

Extra insurance may be purchased.

Medical Insurance

An HMO medical insurance plan is avalable for employees and their

dependents. Jefferson Parish pays 80% of the premium for employees and 50% of

the premiums for dependents.

A Flexible Benefits Plan

Employees have the opportunity to save money by paying for health

insurance and optional insurance with pre-tax dollars. A Flexible Savings

Account for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care is also available.

Retirement

Most regular employees belong to the Parochial Employees' Retirement

System instead of the Social Security System. For employees hired after

January 01, 2007, a pension calculated at 3% of salary per year of service

is provided upon retirement at age 67 with 7 years of service, age 62 with

10 years of service, or age 55 with 30 years of service.

Tenure Payment

Employees are paid $25 per year of service in December of each year.

Employees must have worked two years before the first check is paid.

Deferred Compensation Plan(457b plan)

Similar to 401K programs, the 457b Deferred Plan allows employees to defer

up to $14,000 of pretax income each year to supplement retirement savings.

Pre-tax contributions can be cashed in upon retirement or termination without

penalty. This plan is provided by Nationwide Retirement Solutions 1-877-677-3678.

Special leaves of absence for military service, maternity leave, etc.

may be granted in accordance with the Personnel Rules.

The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are REQUIRED to complete these questions so that we may initially determine your eligibility for this position. A lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. This means you will be ineligible for further consideration in this recruitment process. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.

Please select the option that best describes your current employment and Jefferson Parish civil service status.

• I am a current Jefferson Parish employee with permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status in the classification of Accountant II.
• I am a current Jefferson Parish employee with permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status in a classification other than Accountant II.
• I am a current Jefferson Parish employee without permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status.
• I am not a current Jefferson Parish employee.

Select the option that describes your highest level of education.

Do you possess a Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting or Finance from an accredited college?

Do you possess a Bachelor's degree or higher in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field at an accredited college?

The Jefferson Parish Personnel Department must verify all educational credentials. For College Education, you must provide your official college transcripts and / or original college diploma. If you are claiming any additional educational credits or licenses on your application, please submit original, official proof of those credentials as well. To expedite the hiring process, we suggest you begin the process of obtaining this information IMMEDIATELY . For college transcripts , the College or University may mail them to : Jefferson Parish Personnel Department Attn : Recruitment Division 200 Derbigny St., Suite 3100 Gretna, LA 70053 OR The College or University may email the official transcripts to jeffjobs@jeffparish.net. For college diplomas , the original, official diploma must be brought into one of the Personnel Offices. Failure to submit Official Transcripts / Diplomas will result in the rejection of your application. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.

How many months and / or years of work experience do you have performing Professional Accounting duties?

Describe your work experience performing Professional Accounting duties. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.

Have you completed at least six (6) months of internship experience with the Jefferson Parish Central Finance Office in the Accounting Department?

Required Question

Salary : $48,786 - $58,543