About the Department

The Accountant has responsibilities that include, but are not limited to, performing complex budget and accounting work. This position has considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. This is a full-time position that reports to LSCPA’s Finance Department.

Position Duties

Assist with grant tracking, budget data entry, check voids, USAS batch processing, and other assigned accounting tasks
Support the annual budget development process under the direction of the Executive Director
Assist in the preparation of the biennial Legislative Appropriations Request (LAR) under the leadership of the Executive Director
Contribute to the preparation of the Annual Financial Report, Legislative Appropriations Requests, and other required financial reports
Assist with grant tracking, budget data entry, check voids, Uniform State Accounting System (USAS) batch processing, and other USAS transactions
Reconcile local bank accounts and complete additional reconciliations as required
Provide accounting support across all operational areas overseen by the Executive Director
Ensure compliance with all campus policies, procedures, and applicable regulations
Comply with campus policies and procedures

Other related duties, as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
Certification of Public Accountancy (CPA)

Other Qualifications

Work Hours:
Monday – Friday; 40 hours per work

Benefits

Supplemental Questions

Do you have a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field?

How many years of for-profit accounting, auditing, or governmental accounting experience do you have?

7+ years
5 - 7 years
3 - 5 years
1 - 3 years
None

Are a licensed as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)?

Do you have experience in higher education environments? If yes, please explain.

Do you have a valid driver's license?

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer: Lamar State College Port Arthur
Address: P.O. Box 310

Port Arthur, Texas, 77641
Website: https://www.lamarpa.edu/index.html