| Location | New Iberia, LA |
| Salary | $2,553–$4,375 |
Accounting Specialist 2
Salary
$2,553.00 - $4,375.00 Monthly
Location
New Iberia, LA
Job Type
Classified
Job Number
ULL102026TFC2
Department
University of LA - Lafayette
Opening Date
10/20/2026
Closing Date
10/31/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
The University of Louisiana at Lafayette is a public research university committed to academic excellence, innovation, and service. As part of its operational support team, the University employs skilled professionals who provide essential financial and administrative support to ensure accurate, efficient, and effective operations for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
We're looking for an Accounting Specialist 2 to join our University of Louisiana at Lafayette team. The Accounting Specialist 2 performs experienced-level accounting support duties, including reviewing financial transactions, maintaining financial records, processing payments, and assisting with various accounting functions to support the Universitys financial operations.
Minimum Qualifications
Two years 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:
As an Accounting Specialist 2, you will:
Review and approve financial transactions involving collections, refunds, fund disbursements, and other accounting activities.
Verify the accuracy, completeness, and proper authorization of financial transactions.
Assist with accounting functions related to cost accounting, expenditure control, budgeting, and grants management.
Review and process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
Post and journalize financial transactions for complex accounts, including grants, contracts, and revenue accounts.
Maintain financial records for large, sensitive, or multiple accounts.
Review financial calculations to ensure accuracy and compliance with established accounting procedures.
Verify and balance receipts and determine applicable taxes, discounts, deductions, and additional charges.
Prepare and process bank deposits and checks as required.
Reconcile bank statements and financial accounts to ensure accurate balances.
Communicate with vendors, employees, and the public to obtain financial information and resolve complex accounting inquiries.
Assist with financial activities related to program analysis and expenditure monitoring.
Ensure financial transactions are properly documented and supported by appropriate records.
Perform other related accounting and financial support duties as assigned.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational
Work Location: University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Lafayette, LA 70504
Compensation: [Insert Hourly Rate]
How to Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply, click the "Apply" link above and complete the electronic application, which may be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking their application status during the recruitment process. Additional status information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
All relevant experience and education must be included in the application to determine eligibility for this job title. Resumes will not substitute for the completed education and experience sections. Incomplete applications may be rejected.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Taronsler Faye Cormier
Human Resources Specialist
faye.cormier@louisiana.edu
University of Louisiana at Lafayette Human Resources
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/
Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
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The minimum hourly rate is $14.73. Are you willing to accept the minimum?
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Are you a current employee of the University or have you ever worked for the University?
Required Question
Employer State of Louisiana
Address 1201 N 3rd St
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802
Phone (866) 783-5462
Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm