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Accounting Technician

Salary

$2,922.00 - $5,734.00 Monthly

Location

Natchitoches, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

216162

Department

Northwestern State University

Opening Date

01/08/2026

Closing Date

1/14/2026 11:59 PM Central

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About this Job

Northwestern State University is currently accepting applications for anAccounting Technician.

This position supports the Department of Business Affairs' mission by ensuring accurate, timely, and policy-compliant processing of accounts payable transactions.

An ideal candidate will possess the following competencies:

Selected Preferred Competencies:

Accepting Direction:The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.

Communicating Effectively:The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured

communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.

Focusing on Customers:The ability to understand and meet the needs, preferences, and experiences of internal and

external customers.

Following Policies and Procedures: The ability to follow, reinforce, adapt, or develop policies and procedures to

maintain compliance with federal and state legal requirements, State Civil Service rules, and organizational

policies.

Managing Time:The ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and allocate time to ensure timely completion of

work goals.

Solving Problems:The ability to identify root causes, analyze relevant data, and apply practical or innovative

solutions to challenges.

Thinking Critically:The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form

logical, well-supported conclusions.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be foundhere (https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=139340) .

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

+ This position is responsible for the daily processing and verification of accounts payable transactions.

+ Ensure timely and accurate payment in compliance with State and Institutional policies.

+ The role provides operational support to departments by resolving invoicing and issues.

+ Maintains financial records, reconciling encumbrances and follows up on missing invoices.

+ Through consistent oversight and coordination with faculty, staff, and vendors, this position helps maintain efficient financial operations and supports the department’s fiscal integrity.

Position-Specific Details:

Work Schedule: This is an on-site full-time role, on the NSU Natchitoches Campus. Schedule is Monday-Friday with some flexibility.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test scoreis 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 this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumeswill notbe accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Antigone Speed, HR Specialist

[email protected]

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION (FULL DISCLOSURE)

Northwestern State University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

All complaints or inquiries related to Title IX should be directed to the Director of Title IX Compliance and Title IX Coordinator, Julie Powell (318-357-5570), Room 306 of the Friedman Student Union, or email: [email protected] .

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave– Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found athttps://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

+ New Year's Day

+ Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,

+ Mardi Gras,

+ Good Friday,

+ Memorial Day,

+ Independence Day,

+ Labor Day,

+ Veteran's Day,

+ Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):

+ Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Your\_Retirement\_System.mp4) to give you more detailed information about their system

+ Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),

+ Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

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ADi - 26: Accepting Direction - How well do you accept guidance, follow instructions, and adjust when given feedback?

+ I resist direction, ignore feedback, and need reminders to complete tasks.

+ I follow direction with reminders and often need clarification or support.

+ I follow direction reliably, adjust to feedback, and complete tasks on time.

+ I adapt quickly, follow through, and help others adjust as needed.

02

ADi - 26: Accepting Direction - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.

03

CE - 26: Communicating Effectively - How well do you share information and ideas in ways that others can understand, relate to, and act on?

+ I communicate unclearly, use poor tone, and ignore the audience.

+ I share main ideas clearly and adapt to the audience when reminded.

+ I communicate clearly, listen actively, and explain complex ideas well.

+ I craft messages that connect, inspire, and drive action across audiences.

04

CE - 26: Communicating Effectively - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.

05

FC - 26: Focusing on Customers - How well do you understand and meet the needs of internal or external customers?

+ I struggle to understand customer needs, provide clear information, or resolve issues.

+ I respond to customer needs with some support and build basic working relationships.

+ I understand customer needs, communicate clearly, and deliver timely, reliable service.

+ I anticipate customer needs, build trust, and deliver personalized, proactive service.

06

FC - 26: Focusing on Customers - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.

07

FPP - 26: Following Policies and Procedures - How well do you apply rules, policies, and procedures in your work?

+ I struggle to follow rules or apply policies correctly, which can lead to confusion or mistakes.

+ I follow rules with support and help correct issues, but I sometimes apply policies inconsistently.

+ I apply and explain policies accurately, adapt to routine situations, and help improve procedures.

+ I guide others in applying policies, prevent compliance issues, and improve procedures based on experience.

08

FPP - 26: Following Policies and Procedures - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.

09

MT - 26: Managing Time - How well do you manage your time, meet deadlines, and prioritize your work?

+ I miss deadlines, struggle to prioritize, and don’t use tools to manage my time.

+ I complete some tasks but need reminders or get distracted by low-priority activities.

+ I plan and complete work on time using tools and strategies to stay focused and on track.

+ I balance competing demands, adapt to shifting priorities, and model strong time habits under pressure.

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MT - 26: Managing Time - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.

Required Question

Employer

State of Louisiana

Address

For agency contact information, please refer to

the supplemental information above.

Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802

Phone

(866) 783-5462

Website

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm

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