Accounting Director
Jefferson Parish is seeking a dynamic, highly motivated leader who can work effectively and collaboratively with the Parish Administration, Jefferson Parish Council, Department Heads, as well as other Local, State and Federal governmental agencies.
Date Posted
July 10, 2024
THE POSITION The Department of Accounting is responsible for providing accurate up-to-date financial reports and ascertaining that expenditures of all Parish departments are within the limitation of the adopted budget. The Director supervises approximately 20 employees and oversees an annual operating budget of approximately two and one half million dollars.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate is a visionary offering leadership capabilities and a proven track record of successful interactions with members of the public, employees, and elected officials. Qualified candidates will have a four- year degree in accounting, business administration, finance, economics, computer sciences or a related field with at least three years’ work experience; OR Ten years of significant experience in the field of governmental accounting OR a licensed certified public accounting with ten years of professional work experiences.
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