What are the responsibilities and job description for the ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN position at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans?
Position Number
00017643
Appointment Type
Location-City
New Orleans
School/Division
FISCAL OPERATIONS
Department
Accounting Services
Position Summary
To provide the full range of paraprofessional accounting services.
Under minimal supervision from the Staff Accountant, incumbent in this position will be responsible for the timely review and processing of purchase order invoices with an annual volume of approximately 45,000 documents and annual payments in excess of
$30 million. The incumbent in this position must exercise independent judgment and perform a variety of complex professional Accounting duties within the Accounts Payable department. This will include compliance with Federal regulations regarding payments to vendors in foreign countries, special requirements to vendors that offer discounts based on payment terms, and time sensitive accounts such as utilities, courier services and Federal agencies.
The incumbent must be proficient in University policies and procedures pertaining to the acquisition and payment of merchandise and services. All invoices must conform to the terms of the purchase order and discrepancies are to be investigated and resolved through the Purchasing department and university personnel. The incumbent must also have a thorough knowledge of the computerized accounting system and must be able to use spreadsheet software to manage reconciliations of accounts and aging reports.
Under minimal supervision from the Staff Accountant, incumbent in this position will be responsible for the timely review and processing of purchase order invoices with an annual volume of approximately 45,000 documents and annual payments in excess of
$30 million. The incumbent in this position must exercise independent judgment and perform a variety of complex professional Accounting duties within the Accounts Payable department. This will include compliance with Federal regulations regarding payments to vendors in foreign countries, special requirements to vendors that offer discounts based on payment terms, and time sensitive accounts such as utilities, courier services and Federal agencies.
The incumbent must be proficient in University policies and procedures pertaining to the acquisition and payment of merchandise and services. All invoices must conform to the terms of the purchase order and discrepancies are to be investigated and resolved through the Purchasing department and university personnel. The incumbent must also have a thorough knowledge of the computerized accounting system and must be able to use spreadsheet software to manage reconciliations of accounts and aging reports.
Additional Position Information
LSU Health New Orleans Division of Supply Chain Management is seeking motivated and highly skilled applicants for the position of Accounting Technician.
Starting rate of pay is dependent upon applicants experience.
Starting rate of pay is dependent upon applicants experience.
Duties include but or not limited to:
- Review vendor invoices to verify correct PO reference number prior to distribution to departments for approval
- Match approved invoices to corresponding purchase orders
- Resolve discreprancies
- Manage payments for 175 or more Vendors
- Sort and distribute submitted P-Card reports
- Assist and support the administration of the Procurement Card program
Posting Number
C00132P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Close Date
03/07/2022
Application Review Date to Begin
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions Summary
- This is a Civil Service position but does not require a test.
- To view the Civil Service Job Specifications, follow this link and enter the position title. Civil Service site.
- Criminal Background check and Drug testing are required.
EEO Statement
LSU Health New Orleans is committed to leveraging diversity as an educational resource and an institutional core value. We seek candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
About the School/Department
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Timethia Brown
LSU Health Sciences Center
HR Management Department
504.568.4835
Timethia Brown
LSU Health Sciences Center
HR Management Department
504.568.4835
Required Education
Associate's
If Other Required Education, please specify
Field(s) of Study
Accounting
Indicate the minimum number of years required to perform the job.
1.0
Indicate the type of experience required to perform the job.
bookkeeping, accounting or payroll.
Indicate if any combination of specific experience, training and education may be substituted for the required education or experience
Twelve semester hours in accounting plus three years of experience
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