Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant – LSU–Alexandria (LSUA) Accounting Services

A highly organized and detail‑oriented Staff Accountant will support the Accounting Services department by managing account receivables, collections, reconciliations, and cashiering processes. The position reports to the Director of Accounting Services.

• Audit and review student and customer account receivables for past‑due balances.
• Contact students, customers, and external agencies regarding past‑due accounts.
• Communicate with university departments to gather documentation for proof of debt.
• Prepare monthly collections file for submission to the Louisiana Attorney General’s Office and oversee all communications with that office.
• Receive and process monthly payments from the Attorney General’s Office.
• Invoice external agencies and affiliates, including military divisions, Louisiana Workforce, and school boards.
• Prepare quarterly Accounts Receivable reports for OSRAP.
• Assist the Director with monthly accounts receivable reconciliations and weekly reconciliations of financial aid disbursements.
• Perform daily cashiering processes at the front counter.
• Implement and maintain internal controls.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of experience in an accounting, finance, or business‑related field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Basic computer competency required;
  Quick Books and Workday experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work with multiple constituencies, both internal and external.

• 8‑hour shifts Monday‑Friday (40 hours per week); additional hours as needed.
• Location to be determined.

LSUA offers comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and dependents, including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; multiple leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more.

Background check is required for hire. LSUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The position may require work outside Louisiana; in such instances employment will be through next Source Workforce Solutions with benefits administered by the provider.