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Accounting Technician (WAE)



The mission of the Louisiana Department of Health is to protect and promote health and to ensure access to medical, preventive, and rehabilitative services for all residents of the State of Louisiana.



Join the Louisiana Department of Health and play a key role in the financial operations that keep a $14+ billion organization running smoothly. As part of the Payment Management Section within the Office of Management and Finance, you will support critical functions across vendor payments, Medicaid provider disbursements, and travel operations—ensuring funds are processed accurately and efficiently for 17 agencies and countless providers. This is an exciting opportunity to work with complex financial systems, strengthen your accounting expertise, and contribute directly to the delivery of essential health services across Louisiana.

Requirements

Three 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.

Qualifications

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties:

·  Leads daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual cash management activities and reconciliations for OPH and the Drinking Water Revolving Loan Fund to ensure sufficient funds are available for obligations

·  Maintains comprehensive cash management records, including collateral documentation for multiple bank accounts, to ensure accurate reporting and audit readiness

·  Prepares quarterly Accounts Receivable and bank activity reports for internal leadership and external oversight entities

·  Develops and processes complex revenue classifications, journal vouchers, and financial transactions within the state’s financial systems

·  Monitors, reconciles, and audits cash management transactions to ensure accuracy, compliance, and a complete audit trail

·  Communicates with internal stakeholders, providers, executive leadership, and external agencies to address inquiries related to payments, deposits, and financial activity

·  Collaborates with the State Treasurer’s Office, auditors, and other state departments on financial operations, reviews, and compliance matters

·  Assists with monthly and annual close processes by compiling and reconciling deposits, receivables, payables, and related financial data

·  Identifies operational issues, recommends process improvements, and implements updated policies and procedures to enhance efficiency

·  Supervises and provides direction to accounting staff, including assigning work, supporting hiring decisions, ensuring performance management, and delivering training and technical guidance


Position-Specific Details:

Location: Office of Secretary / Fiscal Services Baton Rouge / East Baton Rouge Parish

Appointment Type: This position will be filled as a part-time WAE appointment; **Please note** When Actually Employed (WAE) appointments are temporary and may last up to a year. Employees can only work a total of 1,245 hours within a 12-month period. 

Cost Center: 3071050701

Position Number(s): 50476489

Compensation: This position receives a pay rate of $18.90/hr 


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. 


* Information to support your eligibility for the position 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. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.


Contact Information:

Patricia Walker

Patricia.Walker.DCFS@la.gov

LA Department of Health (LDH)

Division of Human Resources

PO Box 4818

Baton Rouge, LA 70821

225-342-6477


This organization participates in E-verify, and for more information on E-verify, please contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218. 


LDH supports Louisiana’s commitment to being a State as a Model Employer (SAME) by promoting the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. 


Information on the Louisiana Works, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here.


LDH is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to recruit a highly productive and diverse workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.


Date Posted
03/23/2026
Job Reference
OS/PAW/219125
Organization
LDH-Office of Secretary
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
Category
Finance & Accounting
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