AccountantLamar State College Port Arthur is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including and as it pertains to pregnancy and wages), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, and/or retaliation.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.Duties/ResponsibilitiesAssist with grant tracking, budget data entry, check voids, USAS batch processing, and other assigned accounting tasksSupport the annual budget development process under the direction of the Executive DirectorAssist in the preparation of the biennial Legislative Appropriations Request (LAR) under the leadership of the Executive DirectorContribute to the preparation of the Annual Financial Report, Legislative Appropriations Requests, and other required financial reportsAssist with grant tracking, budget data entry, check voids, Uniform State Accounting System (USAS) batch processing, and other USAS transactionsReconcile local bank accounts and complete additional reconciliations as requiredProvide accounting support across all operational areas overseen by the Executive DirectorEnsure compliance with all campus policies, procedures, and applicable regulationsComply with campus policies and proceduresOther related duties, as assignedMinimum/Preferred QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldPreferred Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in AccountingCertification of Public Accountancy (CPA)Work Hours: Monday – Friday; 40 hours per workLamar State College Port Arthur is an E-Verify Employer.This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Click here for the Security Sensitive Release Form located at the bottom of the page.