State of Louisiana
Overview
Why work for TRSL? Service
– All Louisianans have benefited from teachers that inspire and encourage us. At TRSL we give back to our state’s teachers by providing retirement security and excellent service. Culture
– We value and support employees through open communication, professional development, recognition, and by creating a sense of community. Growth
– TRSL encourages professional growth in a number of ways including professional development plans and career progression groups through SCS. We also offer financial assistance for professional certifications and postsecondary/graduate-level courses. Benefits
– TRSL offers a generous benefits package including: a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post-retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules, etc. Location
– TRSL is conveniently located near the I-10 / I-12 split on Essen Lane, away from the congestion of downtown Baton Rouge. The Accountant will assist the Accountant Manager 1 and serves as a technical specialist and is responsible for leading the accounting functions associated with the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP) program, including all aspects of ORP eligibility and contribution reporting. Qualifications
– Three years of experience in accounting, auditing, financial operations, payroll, or banking; OR Six years of full-time experience in any field plus twenty-four semester hours in accounting; OR A bachelor’s degree with twenty-four semester hours in accounting; OR A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, management, economics, or statistics; OR An advanced degree in accounting, finance, business administration, management, economics, quantitative methods, or statistics; OR Possession of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license; OR EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. Job Duties: This position will, but is not limited to: Serving as an assistant to the Accountant Manager 1. Acting as a technical specialist in accounting functions. Leading the accounting operations for the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP) program. Managing all aspects of ORP eligibility and contribution reporting. Position Details
Appointment Type:
Probational, Promotion, or Detail to Special Duty. Current classified permanent status employees may be required to accept a Probational Appointment. Compensation:
This position has a
Special Entrance Rate (SER)
as follows: If filled as an Accountant 1 - $1,730.40 bi-weekly If filled as an Accountant 2 - $1,851.20 bi-weekly If filled as an Accountant 3 - $2,120.00 bi-weekly If filled as an Accountant 4 - $2,428.00 bi-weekly Career Progression Group:
This position may be filled as an Accountant 1, Accountant 2, Accountant 3, or Accountant 4. How to Apply
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. Eligibility information
must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Applicants with international degrees must provide an equivalency evaluation and a copy of their transcripts at the time of application. Contact
information: Aricka Hart - Human Resources, Teachers\' Retirement System of Louisiana, P.O. Box 94123, Baton Rouge, LA 70804, Ph: 225-925-6900, Fax: 225-922-2579, Email: aricka.hart@trsl.org All prospective new hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal government’s E-Verify system. TRSL is a Substance Abuse and Drug-Free workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, TRSL is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace prohibiting discrimination on the basis of any non-merit factor. TRSL is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
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Why work for TRSL? Service
– All Louisianans have benefited from teachers that inspire and encourage us. At TRSL we give back to our state’s teachers by providing retirement security and excellent service. Culture
– We value and support employees through open communication, professional development, recognition, and by creating a sense of community. Growth
– TRSL encourages professional growth in a number of ways including professional development plans and career progression groups through SCS. We also offer financial assistance for professional certifications and postsecondary/graduate-level courses. Benefits
– TRSL offers a generous benefits package including: a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post-retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules, etc. Location
– TRSL is conveniently located near the I-10 / I-12 split on Essen Lane, away from the congestion of downtown Baton Rouge. The Accountant will assist the Accountant Manager 1 and serves as a technical specialist and is responsible for leading the accounting functions associated with the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP) program, including all aspects of ORP eligibility and contribution reporting. Qualifications
– Three years of experience in accounting, auditing, financial operations, payroll, or banking; OR Six years of full-time experience in any field plus twenty-four semester hours in accounting; OR A bachelor’s degree with twenty-four semester hours in accounting; OR A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, management, economics, or statistics; OR An advanced degree in accounting, finance, business administration, management, economics, quantitative methods, or statistics; OR Possession of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license; OR EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. Job Duties: This position will, but is not limited to: Serving as an assistant to the Accountant Manager 1. Acting as a technical specialist in accounting functions. Leading the accounting operations for the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP) program. Managing all aspects of ORP eligibility and contribution reporting. Position Details
Appointment Type:
Probational, Promotion, or Detail to Special Duty. Current classified permanent status employees may be required to accept a Probational Appointment. Compensation:
This position has a
Special Entrance Rate (SER)
as follows: If filled as an Accountant 1 - $1,730.40 bi-weekly If filled as an Accountant 2 - $1,851.20 bi-weekly If filled as an Accountant 3 - $2,120.00 bi-weekly If filled as an Accountant 4 - $2,428.00 bi-weekly Career Progression Group:
This position may be filled as an Accountant 1, Accountant 2, Accountant 3, or Accountant 4. How to Apply
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. Eligibility information
must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Applicants with international degrees must provide an equivalency evaluation and a copy of their transcripts at the time of application. Contact
information: Aricka Hart - Human Resources, Teachers\' Retirement System of Louisiana, P.O. Box 94123, Baton Rouge, LA 70804, Ph: 225-925-6900, Fax: 225-922-2579, Email: aricka.hart@trsl.org All prospective new hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal government’s E-Verify system. TRSL is a Substance Abuse and Drug-Free workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, TRSL is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace prohibiting discrimination on the basis of any non-merit factor. TRSL is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
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